Native American Guided Backpack - Overnight - The Great Salt Lake
Length
2 days
Itinerary
2 days planned
Group
Max 4
Guides
English
Overview
Antelope Island is a little known gem within 1 hour of Salt Lake City. Nestled in The Great Salt Lake wildlife of the American West have a refuge here. Bison, Antelope, Coyote and perhaps being the most important bird migration center in the Western Hemisphere you can see hundreds of thousands of migratory birds along the Great Salt Lake. With your Native American Guide learn about nature, wildlife, and both history and modern culture of the Native Americans in Utah. Your trip will hold a deeper meaning and connection with the earth. Not only knowledge of the flora and fauna but deeper meaning to the land with stories and history that runs back thousands of years.
Antelope Island in The Great Salt Lake is not just a tour, this is a Bucket List Item. And with a Native American guide you are exploring a deeper side of America and its History.
No Camping Equipment Needed: We'll provide Backpacks, Tent ,Sleeping Mat/Bag, and meals. Please message with any food restrictions or allergies
Day by day itinerary
1Embark to Antelope Island⌄
At 10am we embark to Antelope Island nestled in the Great Salt Lake. After 45 minutes of driving we view up to 200,000 Migratory Birds, Bison and Antelope. The first day is a 5 mile trek to the backcountry camping spot. Backpacking Lunch and snacks are provided, huge vast landscapes, wildlife and beauty. The night is spent under the stars as Antelope Island is a considered a Bronze Star Dark Sky National Park.
Meals: Lunch: snacks and sandwich for hiking · Dinner: Camping Dinner cooked by Guide
Overnight: Backcountry Camping - Tent, mat, sleeping bag
2Hiking Exploring Antelope Island⌄
Day 2 is trekking the Mars like landscape in the backcountry of Antelope Island. With the backdrop of The Great Salt and a vista that doesn't contain people for 200 miles. This little known place is virtually non existent from people. The hike is 7 miles of easy/moderate terrain. There is no time limit and the primary purpose is hiking the island. You'll get back to the van by about 3pm.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch
What's included
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Breakfast
Good to know
Starts: Meeting point is at the parking lot at the Whiterock Trailhead. This is an overnight parking lot.
Ends: Meeting point is at the parking lot at the Whiterock Trailhead. This is an overnight parking lot.
Cancellation: If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
From
$250