Everything in the park is protected by law. Removal of any natural or cultural resource is prohibited (R651-620-2).

Dogs are allowed in most areas of the park, but must be physically controlled on a six-foot leash. Pet owners are responsible for picking up and properly disposing of all fecal matter. All animals are prohibited from public buildings except for service dogs as authorized by Section 26-30-2 (R651-603). See Service Animals below.

Drones are prohibited at Antelope Island State Park from March – November. Drones are allowed by permit only from December – February. Day-of permits are available from the park visitor center during open hours. Please contact BrockJames@utah.gov for more information.

Unless there is a fire restriction, fires are allowed in designated campgrounds only. Fires must be completely extinguished when not in use. Leaving a fire unattended is prohibited. Fires are not allowed on any beach (R651-613), in Ladyfinger Campground, or in the Backcountry Campsites.

Information about Fremont Island and how to access it can be found on the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire, and State Lands website.

The placing of geocaches within Antelope Island State Park is currently allowed following some established rules, guidelines and outlined closed areas. It is important for those wishing to place geocaches to read and follow our General Guidelines for Placing Geocaches at Antelope Island State Park, in addition to the Geocaching.com guidelines.

The launching or landing of gliders, hot-air balloons, hang gliders, and other devices designed to carry persons or objects through the air in powerless flight is prohibited except by Special Use Permit (R651-602-3). See Special Events below.

Horses are allowed on designated trails (R651-603-7). Horses are not permitted on the beach Bridger Bay.

If you think you have lost something at Antelope Island State Park, please contact the park with a description. We hold lost items for 90 days, and then discard them if unclaimed. If you find a lost item, please turn it in to either the visitor center or the entrance booth. To contact the visitor center, call 801-725-9263. To contact the entrance booth, call 801-773-2941.

Metal detecting is allowed by permit only (R651-620-6).

Off-highway vehicles are not permitted on park roads or trails (R651-411).

Professional and amateur photographers/videographers are encouraged to respect the health and safety of wildlife, the protection of natural resources, and their own safety. Approaching any animal can be dangerous to you and stressful to the animal. Feeding, touching, teasing, or intentionally disturbing any wildlife is prohibited except as approved for authorized hunting (R651-603-5). Disturbing is any activity that causes the animal to change their behavior.

Professional photoshoots and workshops require a Special Use Permit found below under Special Events.
Portrait photography requires a Portrait Photography Pass.

Due to the sensitive nature and risk of spreading disease to wildlife, domestic farm animals (with the exception of horses) are strictly prohibited from the park. This includes goats, domestic sheep, llamas, and alpacas.

Service animals are allowed in public buildings and on beaches. Federal regulations state that a service animal is defined as a dog that has been individually trained to do work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability. The task(s) performed by the dog must be directly related to the person’s disability. Animals whose sole function is to provide emotional support, comfort, therapy, companionship, therapeutic benefits or to promote emotional well-being are not service animals. The dog’s presence cannot fundamentally alter the nature of the services, facilities, privileges or advantages offered by the park.

Events or activities outside normal park operations, or for which commercial gain is expected (e.g. races, guided tours, fundraising events, weddings, photography workshops, commercial filming, product filming or photography, etc.) require a Special Use Permit. There is a $10 application fee. Additional fees vary by event. Liability insurance may be required.

Letter and Information about Participant Events
General Special Use Permit Application
Portraiture Photography Pass will be issued in lieu of Special Use Permits for portraiture only.
Application to hold a wedding or reception
Return application or submit questions to Assistant Park Manager Brock James at BrockJames@utah.gov

Mammals and birds on the island are sensitive to human disturbance. Please respect the health and safety of wildlife by maintaining a respectful distance. Approaching any animal can be dangerous to the individual and stressful to the animal. Feeding, touching, teasing, molesting, or intentionally disturbing any wildlife is prohibited except as approved for authorized hunting (R651-603-5). Disturbing is any activity which causes the animal to change their behavior.