Sep 28, 2025 · Located in south-central Utah in the heart of red rock country, Capitol Reef National Park is a hidden treasure filled with cliffs, canyons, domes, and bridges in the Waterpocket Fold, a …

Capitol Reef National Park is a national park of the United States in south-central Utah. The park is approximately 60 miles (100 km) long on its north–south axis and just 6 miles (10 km) wide on its …

Jan 10, 2021 · Best things to do in Capitol Reef National Park: Cassidy Arch, Hickman Bridge, Cathedral Valley, Fruita, Grand Wash, scenic drives, petroglyphs, and viewpoints.

The area was designated as a national monument in 1937 and reclassified as a national park in 1971. The park is open year-round. See the Capitol Reef National Park official map and trails for more …

Capitol Reef is home to towering sandstone structures and impressive canyons, but it also holds many ancient petroglyphs, which are engraved etchings into rock walls. Find tips, maps, weather, fees, …

Capitol Reef is named for a particularly colorful section of the fold where rounded Navajo sandstone forms capitol-like domes and sheer cliffs form a barrier to travel, often referred to as a...

Oct 31, 2020 · Are you planning a trip to Capitol Reef National Park? Click here for the complete guide to visiting Capitol Reef National Park written by a National Park Expert.

Feb 17, 2025 · Experience the less-visited, southern part of Capitol Reef, where the dramatic angle of the Waterpocket Fold is on display. The remote and rugged northern part of Capitol Reef offers …

Apr 16, 2019 · This guide includes everything you need to know about visiting Capitol Reef National Park, including the best hikes, where to stay near Capitol Reef, the best time to visit, how to get …

Dec 16, 2025 · This report describes findings from pilot research conducted in Capitol Reef National Park, Utah (hereinafter referred to as “Capitol Reef” or “the Park”) as part of a larger interagency …