Farmington Bay Waterfowl Management Area

1700 West Glover Lane (925 South)

Farmington, UT 84025
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Utah Division of Wildlife Services
801.538.4700

Excellent bird watching – over 200 species have been documented. Bike riding. Hunting following state regulations. Newly renovated Great Salt Lake Nature Center.

Not only are most of Utah's remaining wetlands located along the Wasatch front, so is 80% of Utah's population. Expanding urban areas are rapidly encroaching on northern Utah's remaining wetlands. Farmington Bay WMA, is uniquely situated to tell the story of the Great Salt Lake Ecosystem and its relationship to nearby human development.

Despite its urban proximity, Farmington Bay is teeming with wildlife, plant life, and diverse geographical features. Located in the heart of the wetlands ecosystem, the Nature Center provides wetlands classrooms where teachers and students can experience hands-on learning. Here, students can explore the varied uses and characteristics of the Lake, its wildlife and wetlands, and the potential for sustained coexistence between the natural and man-made worlds.

Besides bird and nature watching, there are miles and miles of biking and hiking trails. The "Short Loop" at the south end is perfect for a family with pre-teen children -- the trail is absolutely flat and straight, the surface is smooth for easy riding, there's plenty of little ponds filled with birds, and the distance (6.3 miles total) is bearable for younger legs. The short loop is closed to cars.

Coming From Salt Lake or from South of Farmington
Travel north on I-15 to the Park Lane/Lagoon Exit. Turn West down Park Lane—it will angle south and turn run into Clark Lane at the First Light.  Turn right (west) onto Clark Lane and continue to the first 4-Way stop which is 1525 W. Turn Left (south) onto 1525 W. and continue for about a mile until the street ends at Glover Lane. Turn Right (west) onto Glover Lane and continue for about 2 blocks until you come to 1700 W. Turn left (south) into the Great Salt Lake Nature Center paved road.

Coming From Ogden or from North of Farmington
Travel south on I-15 to Farmington Exit, number 325—Lagoon/Park Lane. The exit ramp will deliver you to Park Lane. Turn right (west) on Park Lane. Park Lane will bear south, and will run into Clark Lane. Turn right (west) onto Clark Lane and continue to the first 4-Way stop which is 1525 W. Turn Left (south) onto 1525 W. and continue for about a mile until the street ends at Glover Lane. Turn Right (west) onto Glover Lane and continue for about 2 blocks until you come to 1700 W. Turn left (south) into the Great Salt Lake Nature Center paved road.

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Bike trail information

Info from DWR