Stansbury Island OHV Guide: Desert Ridge Riding Above the Great Salt Lake
Stansbury Island isn't actually an island anymore — land reclamation connected it to the mainland decades ago. But riding its ridgelines still feels completely isolated, with 360-degree views of the Great Salt Lake, the Bonneville Salt Flats, and Skull Valley. This is one of Utah's best kept OHV secrets — rarely crowded and totally unique.
Getting There
Take I-80 west from Salt Lake City toward Tooele. Exit at Grantsville/Stansbury Park and follow Stansbury Island Road north. Access roads are dirt and require a vehicle with decent clearance.
GPS: 40.724°N, 112.539°W. Allow 90 minutes from Lehi. No fees or permits required.
Riding Overview
- Wide open desert ridge and valley terrain
- Elevation views over the Great Salt Lake
- Mix of smooth roads and rocky ridge tracks
- Beginner-friendly — minimal technical hazards
- Rarely crowded — often have the entire island to yourself
Wildlife & Scenery
- Pronghorn antelope sightings are common
- Migratory birds along the lake shoreline
- Stunning sunsets over the salt flats
- Unique desert-lake landscape unlike any other Utah OHV area
Spring and fall are ideal — summer heat is intense and can be dangerous in this exposed terrain.
Tips for Your Visit
- Bring plenty of water — no services on the island
- Best explored in a UTV for a comfortable cruise
- Stay on existing roads — sensitive soil areas are nearby
- Pair with The Knolls for a full west desert OHV day
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