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Capitol Reef NP, Utah
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The park is named for the white Navajo Sandstone cliffs that resemble the dome of the U.S. Capitol building and the rocky ridges that were a barrier to early travelers, much like a reef in the ocean.
The Fruita Historic District, near the Visitor Center, is a preserved Mormon settlement from the late 19th century, known for its orchards that visitors can still harvest fruit from today.
Close to the Visitor Center, you can find petroglyphs created by the Fremont Culture, who inhabited the area over a thousand years ago.
The Waterpocket Fold is a nearly 100-mile long warp in the Earth's crust, creating a stunning landscape of cliffs, canyons, and domes.
The Capitol Reef Scenic Drive offers a 7.9-mile paved road that takes you through some of the park's most breathtaking landscapes, starting just south of the Visitor Center.
The Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center provides ranger-led programs and exhibits that educate visitors about the park's geology, history, and ecology.
