The Great Salt Lake is the only body of water of its kind in the United States. The remnant of ancient Lake Bonneville, its salt content is so high that only brine shrimp can thrive in its waters. You can also float in this dense water with no effort. Visiting the Great Salt Lake is a must on your travels through Utah. Read on to learn plan a visit to the Great Salt Lake.
Instructions
1. Learn about the Great Salt Lake by researching its geology. The Utah Geological Survey has information online about both the Great Salt Lake and Lake Bonneville.
2. Understand the resorts of bygone days. At one time, there were 13 resorts on the lake front, but they have been gone for decades. Watching the 1960s horror film "Carnival of Souls" will give you some rare glimpses of the old Saltair, the Great Salt Lake's most famous resort.
3. Visit the Antelope Island State Park online through the official Utah state tourism website. At Antelope Island, you can hike through natural areas and take in spectacular views of the lake, especially at sunset. You can hike, bicycle, swim, camp and watch the wildlife.
4. Research the Spiral Jetty, Robert Smithson's famous earthwork. Located near Golden Spike National Historic Site, its rocks extend out into the lake in a spiral. Visiting this important piece of art can give you a different view of the Great Salt Lake.
5. Check out Salt Island Adventures at the Great Salt Lake State Marina, where you can take a memorable cruise of the lake year-round. Make arrangements for your cruise ahead of time.
6. Decide which locations to visit and map out your trip. If you're from out of state, you might want to see what else Utah has to offer by checking out the Utah tourism website.
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