Dooly Knob Trail is a 2.4 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Syracuse, Utah that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Dooly Knob offers decent views of the Great Salt Lake and the Wasatch Front, while overlooking the plains land of Antelope Island. There is plenty of wildlife. Buffalo, Antelope, Coyote, and various small rodents and birds live there. You will find a greater appreciation for the island by hiking.
September 10, 2020It’s a little intense, but the views are breathtaking. Thoroughly enjoyed the views
September 7, 2020Hot and bare but gorgeous and the breeze really helped
September 6, 2020August 28, 2020August 22, 2020Steep and flat, then steep and flat. Last leg gives you views of three slides of the island. No bugs for us; haze hid the mountains so we will come back!
August 16, 2020Great trail. Antelope island is always a great visit. Weather was warm but no bugs and not many people. Hike was just right after taking some tome off.
August 8, 2020I did this little hike right before I did Frary Peak. This is not as hard
July 27, 2020The landscape of Antelope Island is one of a kind - it’s easily worthy of being a Natl. Park. Hike is pretty steep for the first .75 miles, and then levels out once you reach the top of the ridge. Ends with panoramic views of the lake on both sides of the island, and the mountains beyond.
July 11, 2020Very hot! Go early. We got down about 10am and it was already unforgiving. Stunning views all along. Nice short jaunt.
June 16, 2020Great views and rock formations along the way. Chukar abound. Loose gravel in spots. Overall fun experience.
June 3, 2020This is a great little trail. You'll follow part of this trail to get to the Frary Peak trail head. The first part of this trail is brutal. You'll go straight up for the first 3/4 mile. If you need to stop and catch your breath, do so and turn around to look at the amazing eastern view of the lake. Once you get up to the knob you have 360 views and there are several climbing spots on the rocks for better views and great pictures. Personally enjoy bringing bread and cheese to enjoy on the side of the knob and watch other hikers below.
May 8, 2020This is a great trail, but not in the spring. We came here (May 8) & the bugs are AWFUL. My husband & I have red dots all over our bodies Antelope Island is much better in the cooler months.
May 4, 2020May 2, 2020This hike was so great! There were some steep parts but we made it up in good time. We were able to watch the sunset from the top and it was stunning! There were quite a bit of gnats, but they didn’t bite. We hiked back down and used our flashlights near the end. It was definitely one of my favorite sunset hikes
April 19, 2020April 18, 2020Bug season at its finest.
April 17, 2020April 12, 2020Due to COVID-19, the island was open only to Davis County residents. Lucky for us; we enjoyed a great trail. Crowds weren’t bad, only on the way back at the junction to Frary Peak. Biting gnats were out in force and, when there was no breeze, we were all eaten alive. Notwithstanding, the kids (5 of them, ages 11 down to 2) all loved the hike. Thanks to the little ones, it took us 90 minutes.
April 5, 2020Unable to do this hike because Antelope State Park is open to Davis County residents only.
April 4, 2020great trail to take mom and our two pups!! Even our pug did great! Pretty step going up, but it’s a short distance! When following this trail start on the Friary trail and try to park in the upper lot!!
March 22, 2020March 21, 2020Short trail, took maybe 20 minutes, with steep incline. Beautiful views! Trail was dry and clean. Very peaceful and pretty.
March 8, 2020Good short trail. Saw lots of kids and families on the path. Steady uphill climb but not too hard. Not muddy at all.
February 29, 2020Nice hike but crowded. Outstanding views North of great Salt Lake. Recommended. Be prepared for easy path but steep terrain.
February 25, 2020Great little hike! The beginning is very steep but the view is worth it!
February 19, 2020Pretty cool view at the top and not super tough if you’re in decent shape. Not muddy or icy at all.
