u/Belgian-Maligator

Hey everybody. Visiting in the first week of October spending a day at Antelope Island State Park. I would like some recommendations for their places to go hiking with good views and perhaps a shot at photographing wildlife. Doing some research but would also like some tips from the locals. I’ll be with my wife so I can’t do anything extremely strenuous, but we are both avid hikers. Any spots where wildlife is abundant? I guess you could say I’m willing to drive an hour or two house of Salt Lake City.

Hey everybody. Visiting in the first week of October spending a day at Antelope Island State Park. I would like some recommendations for their places to go hiking with good views and perhaps a shot at photographing wildlife. Doing some research but would also like some tips from the locals. I’ll be with my wife so I can’t do anything extremely strenuous, but we are both avid hikers. Any spots where wildlife is abundant? I guess you could say I’m willing to drive an hour or two house of Salt Lake City.

Oct 1-5 happens to be the week I was able to get off from work. I read A LOT of conflicting information online regarding wymoming and the first week of October.

I don’t care if restaurants in the park are closed. My goal is to hike and view wildlife. I am a bit worried about the park could be shut down and closed off if there’s a snow storm? Any advice is greatly appreciated. Debating this Vs utah just to be safe.

Originally was going to start my Oregon coast trail going from Mount hood to cannon beach, but given the fires and smoke, looking to maybe skip Mount hood and just start on the coast .

My interests include hiking, wildlife viewing, and sight seeing. So far I have been looking at Ecola and those trails. Any wildlife spots? I didn’t see any whale type excursions out of the Astoria area, so saving that for down south in Depoe.

Considering stopping at Jewell meadows to see the elk. Other than that, hoping to just see some birds when hiking in Ecola.

Suggestions?

Hi all. Trip is August 30th.

Posted something similar in another sub, but I guess this is more coast related.

Let me start by saying I hope everyone is safe, and i truly hope the first responders out there are being taken care of. I fully understand someone’s home burning down is more important than a tourists vacation.

I have however had this trip planned for 2 years now, so any insight would be helpful.

Coming from across the country. My plan was to explore the Oregon coast. Starting at lake trillium to walk around and view Mount hood for. Day, then going to Ecola, cannon, Lincoln, depoe bay / yaquina. My trip was going to be photographing the landscapes, wildlife watching, and going on a whale boat tour.

Seeing the fires / smoke, do you recommend straight up cancelling this whole trip? Should I wait a couple more weeks? Earlier I saw the post of the coast with smoke, making me think the coast isn’t that safe for from the poor views.

Again, I’m trying to not be insensitive, and plan to donate to a fund or cause to help, but I am limited as I am a cross the country to physically help. Any insight or recommendations would be great.

I have two full days aside from travel in the first week of October. Any thoughts on going to grand Teton? Goal is wildlife, and some hiking.

Any thoughts on crowds, wildlife availability, and general thoughts on going in early October?

Debating on this, vs South Dakota badlands NP.

I am wondering if 2 days would be rushed or enough to get a solid trip in.

Hey guys. Interested in badlands NP, my only free time this year is the first week of October. The internet gives me mixed info regarding South Dakota wildlife and weather conditions.

My alternative is antelope island ( I know it’s a state park,, not a NP) but I figure they both are similar in terms of wildlife and activity / views.

Any comparison on the two in October ?

Visiting for a week. I’ve noticed groups of women, mid 20s all wearing black dresses / skirts. My initial thought was something similar to an Amish culture? Any ideas? Simply just curious.

Hey all visiting from south florida, anywhere besides the Channel Islands I can get some photos of new species? I heard maybe some hummingbirds at the botanical gardens
. Any other friendly tips or hotspots ?