Additionally, there is the Magic Valley Regional Airport two hours and 45 minutes northwest in Twin Falls, Idaho.Īs I am sure you can imagine, there are no public transportation options available from any airport to the Salt Flats. Instead, the closest airport is the Salt Lake City International Airport at one hour and 45 minutes east. Unfortunately there is no airport within an hours’ drive. Do not worry, there are car-specific parking spots as well. Moreover, you might see a few semi trucks parked here. During my two visits, I saw only up to five other cars there each time. There is plenty of parking at the rest area westbound. Drive just 15 minutes down the road to reach these towns. The closest towns to the Salt Flats that offer a few gas stations, restaurants, and other attractions are Wendover and West Wendover. You might also see it noted on google or other map services as “Salt Flats west” or “I-80 west bound rest stop”. Moreover, the Salt Flats rest area westbound goes by a few different names. On the other hand, it is a three hour drive south from Twin Falls, Idaho.

As mentioned above, it is only a one and a half hour drive west from Salt Lake City. The Salt Flats rest area westbound is located here on google maps within the town of Wendover, Utah.

Contents:Ĥ) Best Time to Visit / What to Expect Based on the Weatherĩ) Additional Viewpoints and Attractions Nearby For another unique attraction in the state of Utah, head to Antelope Island State Park. Moreover, they are one of the most unique natural attractions in the state of Utah as well as the entire country of the United States. They are just an hour and a half outside of the city. If you live in or are visiting Salt Lake City, then you have no excuse not to plan a day trip to the Salt Flats. They naturally formed when Lake Bonneville dried up during the last Ice Age over 10,000 years ago. The Salt Flats cover 30,000 acres of land in western Utah with, you guessed it, salt. They extend for miles, and there is a background of mountains on the northern end. You read that right – you can walk out onto the Salt Flats and enjoy 360 degree, panoramic views. Moreover, you can even walk out on the Salt Flats at this location. The Salt Flats rest area westbound is without a doubt the BEST viewpoint of the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah. As an Amazon Associate, I earn a commission from qualifying purchases (at no extra cost to you). *This post may contain affiliate links from Amazon or other publishers.

Bonneville salt flats in winter