Antelope Island Figure 8
Layton, Utah
| Address: | Antelope Island, Utah, USA |
| GPS: |
40°57'29.1"N 112°12'52.4"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Utah |
| Trail Length: | 17.00 miles |
| MTB Difficulty: | Intermediate |
| Trail Type: | Figure 8 |
| Trails/Routes: | 16.6 mi |
Trails Rocks Wildflowers State Park
Hike, Mountain Bike, and Snowshoe
The vistas are awesome, the rock formations are beautiful, and the silence is something you don\\'t experience much these days. You WILL feel like you are on another planet when you are in the backcountry. For the most part this is a fairly easy ride for most riders from a technical standpoint. There are some rocky sections that require more advanced skills, but the vast majority of the trails are smooth. FYI these trails are best enjoyed in the spring and fall as there is almost no shade on 99.9% of the trials. If you do plan to ride on the hotter days you may be better off to hit the trails as early as possible to beat the heat. Additionally some sections of the trail can get very sandy in the dry summer months. Good for a workout. On weekends you\\'ll encounter quite a few horse riders and a few runners. Because of the openness of the island, it is normally super easy to see others well before you meet them (but still be careful and yield as required).Courtesy of mtbproject.com
More Information
Never modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
Read MoreBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Layton, Utah
- Head west on W Gentile St toward Ellison St (3.6 mi)
- Turn right onto S Bluff Rd (1.6 mi)
- At the traffic circle, take the 3rd exit and stay on S Bluff Rd (1.3 mi)
- Turn left onto W 1700 S (2.5 mi)
- Continue onto Antelope Island Rd (7.2 mi)
- Turn left to stay on Antelope Island Rd (11.2 mi)
- Turn right to stay on Antelope Island Rd (7.6 mi)
Trails
Distance ?
16.6 milesElevation Gain ?
1 feetReal Ascent ?
2,349 feetReal Descent ?
2,348 feetAvg Grade (0°)
0%Grade (-13° to 14°)
-23% to 26%Elevation differences are scaled for emphasis. While the numbers are accurate, the cut-away shown here is not to scale.