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in Capitol Reef CountryCapitol Reef Country is filled with beautiful scenic attractions and outdoor adventure. Learn about the many things to do near Capitol Reef National Park.
State & Local Treasures
Beyond the iconic boundaries of the National Park lies a vast, high-desert wilderness waiting to be discovered. From the towering monoliths of Cathedral Valley to the surreal, colorful mounds of the Bentonite Hills, Capitol Reef Country is home to a collection of state and local treasures that rival any bucket-list destination. Whether you’re seeking the solitude of the Henry Mountains or the adrenaline of Swing Arm City, these landscapes offer an unfiltered look at the raw beauty of Southern Utah.
Anasazi State Park
Visit Anasazi State Park Museum to explore ancient Ancestral Puebloan history, artifacts, & reconstructed dwellings in Boulder, Utah. Plan your...
Bentonite Hills – Mars
Life on Mars A palette of planetary proportionsTucked away in the badlands near Hanksville, the Bentonite Hills are a surreal...
Bicknell Bottoms
Explore Bicknell Bottoms, a prime Utah birdwatching area with wetlands, fishing spots, and views along the Fremont River. Plan your...
Blue Spire
Explore Blue Spire with a scenic 4-mile hike. Ideal for travelers seeking adventure. Enjoy stunning views on this friendly journey!...
Boulder Mountain
Visit Boulder Mountain, Utah with high-elevation lakes, fishing spots, and scenic drives. Enjoy views of Capitol Reef and the Aquarius...
Calf Creek Falls
The Grand Staircase’s Crown Jewel A 126-Foot Plunge into a Hidden ParadiseBeyond the towering Navajo Sandstone cliffs of the Grand...
Capitol Reef National Park
The Land of the Sleeping Rainbow Whether you seek the rustic charm of a cabin, the unique experience of a...
Cathedral Valley
Walk Amongst Giants Escape to the raw beauty of Cathedral Valley. This remote district of Capitol Reef rewards adventurers with...
Dirty Devil
Between a Rock and a Dirty Place A River That Earned Its NameNamed by Powell’s 1869 expedition for its murky...
Dixie National Forest
Whistling Pines and Crimson Spires Where the High Desert Meets the Alpine CloudsA two-million-acre mosaic of red rock and emerald...
Factory Butte
Factory Butte Whether you seek the rustic charm of a cabin, the unique experience of a glamping tent, or the...
Fish Lake
The High Alpine Gem Crystal Water and Ancient Roots.Escape the desert heat at 9,000 feet, where deep sapphire waters meet...
Fruita
Established by pioneers in the 1880s, it remains the lush, cultural heart of Capitol Reef National Park....
Goblin Valley State Park
The Valley of Goblins A Rock by Any Other Name… Step onto another planet in the heart of Utah’s desert,...
Hanksville-Burpee Dinosaur Quarry
Explore the Hanksville-Burpee Dinosaur Quarry, where Jurassic giants like Stegosaurus once roamed. Plan your visit and step into Utah’s prehistoric...
Henry Mountains
The Mountains of the Buffalo Utah’s Last Great Wilderness.Rising abruptly from the desert floor to over 11,000 feet, the Henry...
Lake Powell
Discover Lake Powell’s water activities near Capitol Reef Country, from boating and fishing to scenic red rock canyon views....
Little Egypt
The Pharaohs of the Fremont A Walk Like an EgyptianNestled at the base of the Henry Mountains, Little Egypt is...
Moonscape Overlook
One Small Step for Man, One Giant View for You.Perched on the edge of the Skyline Rim, Moonscape Overlook serves...
Pando Aspen Grove
The World’s Largest Living Organism A 106-Acre Ancient Forest with a Single Heart.Before civilizations rose, there was Pando. Escape to...
Robbers Roost
The Outlaw Empire Utah’s Natural Fortress of the Wild WestTucked between the deep gorges of the Dirty Devil and Green...
Swing Arm City
The Greatest Show on Dirt Gravity is Just a SuggestionWelcome to Swing Arm City, a legendary off-road playground of steep...
Thousand Lake Mountain
The Mountain of a Thousand Secrets A Forest Above the CloudsTowering over the desert floor at 11,300 feet, Thousand Lake...
Waterpocket Fold
Witness the Earth’s crust folded upon itself. The Waterpocket Fold is a massive geologic “wrinkle” that defines Capitol Reef, offering...
Lesser-Known, Equally Majestic
Beyond the boundaries of the National Parks lie hidden gems waiting to be explored. From the Martian-like landscapes of Goblin Valley to the alpine forests of the Dixie and the ancestral history preserved at Anasazi State Park, these destinations offer solitude, wonder, and a deeper connection to the Utah wilderness.