Capitol Reef National Park Guide

Capitol Reef National Park is a stunning and unique landscape located in south-central Utah. It is known for its distinctive red and white sandstone formations

Use our Capitol Reef National Park guide to help you plan the most amazing vacation! If you’re looking for Utah National Parks vacation ideas, keep reading to find out all there is to know about visiting Capitol Reef.

Below you’ll find tips and resources to plan your trip to Capitol Reef: best time to visit, things to do, hiking trails, scenic drives, and photography spots.

Plus we’ve got done-for-you 1, 2, and 3-day Capitol Reef itineraries to make travel planning so easy based on the number of days you can spend in the park!

A Photo Tour of Capitol Reef National Park

Take a visual tour through Capitol Reef National Park to see the stunning landscape and wildlife you’ll find in the park!

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Capitol Reef National Park Travel Guides

Start planning your trip to Capitol Reef by using the resources below. Use our itineraries and vacation ideas to help you plan the perfect trip!

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When Is the Best Time to Visit Capitol Reef?

There are important things to know about visiting Capitol Reef during the different seasons of the year. You’ll need to be aware of the road conditions and closures. And there are times of the year when Capitol Reef services are closed. Check out these articles to know all about planning a trip during a specific season or month so you know in advance what to expect.

• Best Time to Visit Capitol Reef National Park
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Visiting Capitol Reef by Season

• Capitol Reef National Park in the Spring
• Capitol Reef National Park in the Summer
• Capitol Reef National Park in the Fall
• Capitol Reef National Park in the Winter

Visiting Capitol Reef by Month

• Capitol Reef National Park in January
• Capitol Reef National Park in February
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• Capitol Reef National Park in April 
• Capitol Reef National Park in May
• Capitol Reef National Park in June
• Capitol Reef in July
• Capitol Reef in August
• Capitol Reef National Park in September
• Capitol Reef National Park in October
• Capitol Reef National Park in November
• Capitol Reef National Park in December

Capitol Reef National Park Activities

Here’s a list of things to do, see and photograph at Capitol Reef. You can plan your own itinerary to see the attractions in the park, or you can find a fun tour to explore the points of interest.

Capitol Reef Activities and Tours

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• Capitol Reef National Park Spring Activities
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• Capitol Reef National Park Fall Activities
• Capitol Reef National Park Winter Activities
• Capitol Reef Scenic Drive
• Capitol Reef Cathedral Valley Loop
• Capitol Reef Burr Trail Loop
• Capitol Reef National Park Tours

Capitol Reef Photography

• Capitol Reef National Park Photography
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• Capitol Reef National Park Sunrise Photo Spots

Things To Do At Capitol Reef

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Capitol Reef Hikes

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• Capitol Reef National Park Spring Hikes
• Capitol Reef National Park Summer Hikes
• Capitol Reef National Park Fall Hikes
• Capitol  Reef National Park Winter Hikes

We recommend the Capitol Reef GuideAlong App to hear fun behind-the scenes stories and local tips that play automatically as you drive, based on your GPS location.

Places to Stay Near Capitol Reef

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Packing List for Capitol Reef National Park

Use our Capitol Reef National Park packing list to make sure you have the right clothing and gear for visiting any time of year! Grab your free printable packing checklist by clicking the image below!