Campers come to watch beautiful sunrises and sunsets in seclusion found only minutes away from their urban homes. The island was without its namesake antelope for many years until they were reintroduced in 1993. They now can be seen in many areas of the park. Deer, bobcats, coyotes, many varieties of birds and waterfowl , and a small heard of elk also call the island home, but most famous are the islands American bison. Introduced in 1893 and now numbering some 600 animals the world-renowned herd is managed by the Utah Division of Parks and Recreation.
Visitors are welcome at the island's buffalo corral and management facilities.
During the annual bison roundup each November, visitors can get a close-up look at the bison and techniques used on a working buffalo ranch. Use of firearms, slingshots or fireworks is prohibited. No animals on Bridger Bay Swim Beach. Dogs must be on a 6' leash. Egg Island is accessible August thru February.