The Great Salt Lake is located in the state of Utah, in the United States. It is one of the largest saltwater lakes in the Western Hemisphere and is renowned for its high salinity and unique ecosystem. The lake is the remnant of a massive lake that existed during the last Ice Age, known as Lake Bonneville. Birdwatchers flock to the area for the diverse bird species that thrive there, including migratory shorebirds. The Great Salt Lake also serves as a significant area for recreation and tourism in Utah.