While in the Salt Lake area we visited an island in the lake that is a state park – Antelope Island. It is home to lots of antelope and over 600 bison – 12 bison were brought to the island in 1893 and grew from that. Currently they hold a ’round-up’ every year to check the health of the bison and sell off any extra. There are also deer, coyotes, bobcats and several types of birds of prey as well as rabbits, squirrels etc. There are several natural springs on the island which provide fresh water for the vegetation and wildlife.

There are a couple of roads on the island and a few campsites. Most of the island is viewable from trails. We saw the damage from a large fire earlier this year, but as the island has very few trees or large bushes.

The island is also the location of the oldest Anglo-built structure in Utah still on it’s original foundation. It, along with several other outbuildings from the original ranch, are now a museum.

It was a very interesting visit. Here are some pictures: