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  Capitol Reef National Park Capitol Reef National Park
Open all year, the rugged western landscape
of Capitol Reef adds to the western adventure. Capitol Reef
is accessible via Scenic Byway 12 and U-24, or take the Burr
Trail from Boulder. Drive the Park's scenic drive, stop in at
the Visitor Center and Museum, hike the trails, and visit the
old log schoolhouse and the village of Fruita.  The Waterpocket Fold, a 100-mile long wrinkle in the earth's crust known to geologists as amonocline, extends from nearby Thousand Lakes Mountain to the Colorado River (now Lake Powell). Capitol Reef National Park was established to protect this grand and colorful geologic feature, as well as the historical and cultural history that abounds in the area.Capitol Reef Visitor Center Open all year 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. (extended summer hours) Phone - 435-425-3791 ext. 111 Location The Visitor Center is located 10 miles east of the town of Torrey, Utah or 37 miles west of the town of Hanksville, Utah on Utah Highway 24. Closures Closed Christmas Day. Special Programs A variety of brochures, books, and maps are available for sale. Rangers are on duty to answer questions and provide information including travel and trail information, road conditions and weather updates. Exhibits The Visitor Center Museum offers an overview of Park features and includes exhibits on geology, archeology, and history as well as a short orientation slide program. Available Facilities Restrooms available 24 hours a day. Check the Photo Page for more photography of Capitol Reef National Park. Ask a Question: Need a question answered. Feel free to email us at travgar@color-country.net or call us at 800-444-6689 and we will try assist you.
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