Full day, 123 miles
Golden Spike and the Spiral Jetty
Where the transcontinental railroad was joined in 1869, and nearby on the lakeshore, Robert Smithson's 1970 earthwork spiraling into the Great Salt Lake.
The day
- Golden Spike National Historical Park
Visitor center, replica locomotives and auto tours along the old grade.
- Spiral Jetty
About 15 miles of gravel road from the park. When the lake is low, you can walk the spiral.
More day trips
Half day, about 20 miles of mountain road
The Alpine Loop and fall colors
Half day, about 45 minutes each way