Located in south-central Utah, Capitol Reef National Park is known for the Waterpocket Fold, a nearly 100-mile long warp in the Earth's crust. The park features cliffs, canyons, domes, and bridges in the older, harder rocks, as well as towering monoliths in its softer rock base.
Top Feature: Waterpocket Fold
Fun Fact
The park gets its name from the white domes of Navajo Sandstone resembling the U.S. Capitol building.
The park's Waterpocket Fold is a nearly 100-mile long warp in the Earth's crust.
Fruit orchards are maintained by the National Park Service and open to the public when fruit is ripe.
Many trails require river crossings; check current conditions.