December Vacation Ideas in Capitol Reef

Capitol Reef is an amazing place to explore and photograph the colorful cliffs, canyons, domes and bridges you’ll see here.

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December Weather in Capitol Reef

December Vacation Ideas in Capitol Reef

Capitol Reef is an amazing place to explore and photograph the colorful cliffs, canyons, domes and bridges you’ll see here.

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December Weather in Capitol Reef

Capitol Reef National Park weather in December can be unpredictable with rain or snow. Temperatures in December: highs 40 / lows 20 degrees Fahrenheit.

Capitol Reef Visitor's Center in December

Capitol Reef is open all day, every day. The visitor center is open daily, but will be closed in December on Christmas Day.

Scenic Drives in Capitol Reef in December

For an adventure, drive the Cathedral Valley District of Capitol Reef. It’s a remote, rugged region that requires vehicles with high ground clearance.

Photography in December in Capitol Reef

Capitol Reef National Park in December is an amazing place for photographers who enjoy landscape photography.

Hiking in Capitol Reef in December

Some of our favorite hiking trails are: Hickman Bridge, Grand Wash and Capitol Gorge Wash.

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