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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 geologic monocline (a wrinkle on the earth) extending almost 100 miles.
The remote and rugged northern part of Capitol Reef offers adventurous visitors solitude and spectacular views. Capitol Reef National Park does not have a lodge or restaurant. The Wayne County Travel Council has information for services available in Wayne County, Utah.
Whether you have a couple hours or multiple days, Capitol Reef is full of opportunities to recreate. The park has something to offer to all visitors. Below are some ideas to get started and suggested itineraries.
Capitol Reef offers many hiking options for serious backpackers and those who enjoy exploring remote areas. Minimally marked hiking routes lead into narrow, twisting gorges, slot canyons, and to spectacular viewpoints high atop the Waterpocket Fold.
Capitol Reef offers two free primitive campgrounds in more remote parts of the park.
Maps. You can download and print more maps, trail guides, and brochures from the Brochures page. Last updated: December 2, 2020.
Capitol Reef National Park contains nearly a quarter million acres in Utah's slickrock country. The park protects a huge geologic feature, the Waterpocket Fold, a nearly 100-mile long warp in the Earth's crust.
The remote and rugged northern part of Capitol Reef offers adventurous visitors solitude and spectacular views. Directions Driving directions to Capitol Reef National Park.
Detailed trail descriptions, hiking guides, and maps are available from the Capitol Reef Natural History Association Bookstore.
Immerse yourself in the park's 243,921 acres (98,711 hectares). Explore nearly 200 miles (320 kilmeters) of marked frontcountry trails and backcountry routes, and discover options for scenic driving tours, canyoneering, rock climbing, horseback riding, and biking.