8 days in Capitol Reef National Park Itinerary

Capitol Reef National Park takes its name from a particularly rugged and scenic section of the Waterpocket Fold, a geologic "wrinkle" stretching for 160 km (100 mi) along a dry plateau surrounded by white Navajo sandstone cliffs and domes, and red canyons, buttes, and rock bridges.

Explore hidden gems such as Notom Road Scenic Backway and Hollow Mountain. Change things up with these side-trips from Capitol Reef National Park: Canyonlands National Park (Cataract Canyon, Great Gallery, &more), Hanksville (Leprechaun Canyon & The Wolverton Mill) and Factory Butte (in Caineville). Spend the 7th (Sat) exploring nature at Capitol Reef National Park . And it doesn't end there: experience rural life at Mesa Farm Market, head off-road at local off-road trails, take in the dramatic natural features at Salt Wash View Area, and hike along The Hickman Bridge Trail.

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In January, plan for daily highs up to 36°F, and evening lows to 8°F.