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Wingate Sandstone cliffs behind historic barn and farmhouse

Windgate sandstone towers above historic Fruita farms and homes

A hiker stands beside Hickman Bridge, a natural sandstone bridge

Hickman Bridge, a natural sandstone bridge, is a popular hike in the park.

Exposed layers of rock in the Waterpocket fold

The Strike Valley shows colorful layers in the Waterpocket fold.

Cliffs known as "The Castle" tower above the Capitol Reef Visitor Center

The Capitol Reef Visitor Center sits below cliffs known as "The Castle".

Fruit tree with peaches in front of red sandstone cliffs

The Capitol Reef Orchards, planted in the pioneer era, remain a popular place for visitors today.

Physical Address:

52 West Headquarters Drive

Torrey, UT 84775

Mailing Address:

HC 70, Box 15

Torrey, UT 84775

contact-details

Phone Number: 435-425-3791 Voice
Phone Number: 435-425-3026 Fax

Email Address: care_information@nps.gov
Description:

Fees

Entrance Fees

Entrance - Private Vehicle: $20.00

An entrance fee is charged per vehicle.

Entrance - Motorcycle: $15.00

Admits one private, non-commercial motorcycle and its riders.

Entrance - Per Person: $10.00

Admits one individual with no car. Typically used for bicyclists and pedestrians.

Commercial Entrance - Sedan: $30.00

This fee is based on the seating capacity of the vehicle. A Commercial Use Authorization permit may be required.

Commercial Entrance - Van: $40.00

This fee is based on the seating capacity of the vehicle. A Commerical Use Authorization permit may be required.

Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus: $40.00

This fee is based on the seating capacity of the vehicle. A Commerical Use Authorization permit may be required.

Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach: $100.00

This fee is based on the seating capacity of the vehicle. A Commerical Use Authorization permit may be required.

Entrance Passes

Annual Entrance - Park: $35.00

Admits one private, non-commercial vehicle or motorcycle and all its occupants or riders.

Located in south-central Utah in the heart of red rock country, Capitol Reef National Park is a hidden treasure filled with cliffs, canyons, domes, and bridges in the Waterpocket Fold, a geologic monocline (a wrinkle on the earth) extending almost 100 miles.

park designation:National Park

Directions:

From I-70: Take exit 149, then take UT-24 west toward Hanksville; continue for 43.8 miles (70.5 km). Turn right to continue on UT-24 west and continue for 37.3 miles (60 km). From I-15: take exit 188 then US-50 east toward Scipio. Left on UT-50; continuing 0.7 miles (1.1 km). Turn right onto US-50 east; continue for 24.4 miles (39.3 km). Turn right onto UT-260 south and continue 4.2 miles (6.8 km), then right on UT-24 for 71.3 miles. UT-12: North on highway 12 to Torrey, UT. Right onto UT-24.

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Directions

Operating Hours:

Capitol Reef National Park

Capitol Reef is a 24 hour park, open all day, every day. The visitor center is open daily, except for some major holidays. Visitor center hours vary, call 435-425-3791 and follow the prompts for current visitor center information.

Weather Information:

Weather is posted daily; check at the park visitor center for weather updates. Do not enter into narrow canyons if there is a threat of rain or if rain has been falling in the area. Rain and snow may also make dirt roads impassable to vehicles.