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Top 10 nature & wildlife things to do in Salt Lake City

Wildlife, forests, gardens, and the green pockets of Salt Lake City that make it bearable in monsoon and beautiful by November. Day trips and short drives where the landscape is the point.

  1. Bonneville Salt Flats tour from Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City1

    1. Bonneville Salt Flats tour from Salt Lake City

    5.0· 49 reviews

    Half-day in a spacious Mercedes Sprinter — explore Bonneville Salt Flats, the Tree of Utah sculpture, and Great Salt Lake State Park with a professional guide.

    Experiencing this in person was quite impressive. The photos fail to capture its true beauty. Watching the vehicles pass through was fascinating, although the wind was strong during our visit.luv2travel_cruise
  2. Antelope Island sunset wildlife tour from Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City2

    2. Antelope Island sunset wildlife tour from Salt Lake City

    5.0· 27 reviews

    Four hours by Mercedes Sprinter — wildlife viewing, a hike to Buffalo Point, and stunning sunset views over the Great Salt Lake.

    This was truly one of the best experiences I've ever had. The views were breathtaking, and the tour guide was fantastic.charlottemR9693KQ
  3. Private scenic tour of Wasatch Back and Alpine Loop from Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City3

    3. Private scenic tour of Wasatch Back and Alpine Loop from Salt Lake City

    5.0· 21 reviews

    Five hours, private vehicle — explore Park City, scenic Heber Valley, Deer Creek Reservoir, and Bridal Veil Falls with options for local cheese sampling.

    Shawn was friendly and very flexible with our schedule and pick-up point. His extensive knowledge of the area significantly enhanced the experience, making it a great value for the money spent.Jay_S
  1. Stargazing at Antelope Island Dark Sky Park from Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City4

    4. Stargazing at Antelope Island Dark Sky Park from Salt Lake City

    5.0· 3 reviews· 4 hours

    Three hours by shuttle — visit Antelope Island State Park for a guided stargazing session with red-filtered lighting to enhance visibility.

    The stars were stunning, and the guides showed great expertise. I appreciated the use of a laser pointer to highlight features when the telescope wasn't in use. It can get a bit windy and chilly, so it's wise to dress in layers or bring an extra jacket.Stephanie_Z
  2. Antelope Island tour from Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City5

    5. Antelope Island tour from Salt Lake City

    5.0· 154 reviews· 4 hours

    Customisable tour to Antelope Island featuring wildlife observation and salt flats, with flexible timings and a small group size for a personal experience.

    This tour was truly fantastic! Clayton was friendly and incredibly knowledgeable. I highly recommend this experience to explore Antelope Island and gain insights about it.Stacey_N
  3. Private half-day canyon tour near Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City6

    6. Private half-day canyon tour near Salt Lake City

    4.9· 36 reviews· 5 hours

    Four hours with a private guide — drive through American Fork, Big Cottonwood, and Little Cottonwood Canyons, with options for short hikes or a tram ride to mountain vistas.

    Shawn was fantastic, offering a lot of information and taking us to wonderful spots to admire the stunning mountains, lakes, and even some homes. As a solo traveller, I felt safe and comfortable throughout the experience. We also enjoyed discussions about music and movies. Shawn was punctual and ensured there were bathroom breaks. I highly recommend this wonderful tour.Anita_M
  4. Salt Lake City hop-on, hop-off bus tour, Salt Lake City7

    7. Salt Lake City hop-on, hop-off bus tour

    4.9· 62 reviews· Full day

    Flexible bus tour around Salt Lake City — explore landmarks with onboard narration, hop off and on as you choose, with real-time tracking available.

    I participated in the tour on a Sunday, but many of the attractions were closed. Even if I wanted to stop at one, I would have to wait 90 minutes for the bus to return instead of the advertised 45 minutes. Consequently, no one else got off at any stops. I had intended to join on Saturday, but due to street closures, I was rescheduled to Sunday, unaware that most places would be closed.Evonne_B
  5. Wildlife viewing tour at Great Salt Lake, Salt Lake City8

    8. Wildlife viewing tour at Great Salt Lake

    4.8· 400 reviews· 4.5 hours

    Four hours near Salt Lake City — observe local wildlife in their natural habitat amidst the scenic landscape of the Great Salt Lake.

    This was an amazing experience! We saw a large number of bison, antelope, a porcupine, and enjoyed a stunning sunset over the lake.Keelie_R
  6. Five-day guided tour of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park, Salt Lake City9

    9. Five-day guided tour of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park

    4.6· 11 reviews· 5 days

    Five days touring from Salt Lake City to Jackson, Grand Teton and Yellowstone with expert guides and comfortable transport.

    Milo was a wonderfully entertaining and well-informed guide who ensured the tour remained captivating from beginning to end. He handled the schedule with both flexibility and efficiency, resulting in a smoothly organized trip. Our driver was also very friendly, professional, and responsible during the entire journey. I highly recommend this experience.Sophia_U
  7. 5-day tour of Yellowstone and Mount Rushmore from Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City10

    10. 5-day tour of Yellowstone and Mount Rushmore from Salt Lake City

    4.5· 11 reviews· 5 days

    Five days via comfortable transport — explore Yellowstone, Grand Teton National Park, Mount Rushmore, and more, with guided visits and accommodations included.

    The tour offered excellent value, covering numerous attractions in just four days. Most of the hotels were satisfactory, but the 14-passenger bus had high steps that made entry and exit challenging for some guests. A foldable step stool would have been helpful.Laura_A

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