Antelope Island State Park serves as a destination for outdoor activities including hiking, camping, and bird-watching. The park is notable for hosting Utah's largest free-roaming bison herd.
Because the bison population varies between 500 and 700 animals depending on the time of year, it is common for visitors to encounter them in fields, on trails, and along roads.
Data regarding park visits indicates that approximately 4 million people have visited Antelope Island State Park over the last 10 years. During this decade-long period, there have been five reported incidents involving bison and visitors.
While capturing photos and videos of the animals is a popular activity, officials remind visitors that these actions are not worth risking personal safety.
