September 3, 2011 -- Frary Peak is the tallest peak on Antelope Island and delivers a commanding view of North Salt Lake and Davis and Weber Counties. The hike is an absolute must if you are looking for an exposed hike on an island in the middle of dead lake that will challenge you.
The hike itself is 6.8 miles roundtrip and attracts the moderate to difficult hiker.
From the trailhead is its a quick ascent, traversing grassland where the buffalo roam.
You are rewarded quite quickly with great views and luckily the sun wasn't too hot yet.
We could see a herd of buffalo below.
A group of mountain sheep. They just were too skiddish to stick around and quickly made it over the ridge as we climbed higher.
Hiking the ridgeline on the final ascent.
Looking back across the ridgeline just hiked. The only real shade was at the summit where Juniper trees grow.
Just a photo to prove I actually snagged another peak.
It was a great hike with my dad with only the company of a herd of mountain sheep to keep us company most of the day. In all, it’s a great way to spend 4 to 5 hours if you have them!
