Antelope Island State Park is under Stage 2 fire restrictions, prohibiting all open fires of any kind. This includes the use of charcoal grills, pellet grills, and ash-producing fuel, even within established fire pits.
Properly shielded gas or liquid-fueled portable camp stoves with a shut-off valve are permitted, provided they are used in an area at least three feet in diameter that is barren and free of flammable vegetation.
Low water levels in the Great Salt Lake have forced the closure of the Antelope Island main boat ramp. Motorized boat launching from this ramp is not considered feasible, and officials do not recommend attempting it. Visitors using the launch ramp, docks, or reservoir do so at their own risk.
Due to extremely low water levels, access from parking lots to the shoreline is now over one-third of a mile. Shoreline conditions may be muddy and potentially hazardous. Additionally, the Antelope Island Marina is currently unusable for launching boats.
Additional fire restrictions include prohibitions on smoking outside of enclosed vehicles, trailers, buildings, or developed recreation sites. Other prohibited activities include cutting, welding, or grinding metal in areas with dry vegetation, as well as the use of fireworks or pyrotechnic devices.
Operating motorcycles, ATVs, or chainsaws without a working and approved spark arrestor is also restricted. Notably, fires are not permitted within the Ladyfinger and Split Rock Campgrounds.
Current park conditions show day-use and campgrounds are open, with clear roads and dry trails.
Insect activity is notable during warm months. Biting midges are currently extremely active, and fine-mesh head nets are recommended as insect repellent is ineffective against them. Mosquitoes are present, and visitors should note that West Nile Virus has been found in Davis County. Other insects present include non-biting midges, brine flies, and deer flies.
