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"A great lesser known park " a Capitol Reef National Park Travel Page by Segolily

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"A great lesser known park " a Capitol Reef National Park Travel Page by Segolily

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A great lesser known park

by Segolily - last update: Apr 20, 2008

Not far from SLC

The "reef"
I have decided one of the reasons this is one of my more favorite parks is because it is so close to SLC. It is so easy to get to from home and so far away from the cares and responsibilities of the city. Besides that it doesn't have the visitation that the other better known parks have so I've always been able to enjoy that great southern Utah experience without crowds of other visitors.
Layers of colored rock

Great backcountry experiences

It is easy to feel that you have seen the park by driving along Hwy 24 through it. Stop to see the petroglyphs, the orchards, the schoolhouse, the cabin and then you are on your way. But taking the time to visit the less accessible corners provides such a backcountry experience that you'll want to plan for that.

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Pros:"World class scenery"
Cons:"Easily overlooked"
In A Nutshell:"Give yourself some time here"
Segolily's Capitol Reef National Park Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
Tips: 5 - Photos: 7
 
RestaurantsHotels & Accommodations
Tips: 1 - Photos: 2
 
NightlifeOff The Beaten Path
Tips: 2 - Photos: 7
 
Tourist TrapsWarnings Or Dangers
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
 
TransportationLocal Customs
Tips: 1 - Photos: 2
 
Packing ListsShopping
 
Sports TravelGeneral Tips

Comments for Segolily about Capitol Reef National Park
Nemorino Sun Sep 13, 2009 10:23 UTC
 Birthday Greetings from Frankfurt am Main! Nice tips on this little known National Park -- looks great!
BruceDunning Fri Aug 21, 2009 20:34 UTC
 I am going here in Sept as well s 10 other parks in S. Utah for 3 weeks. Great pictures and comments, and I hope to get back in one piece after 125 miles hiking. Thanks
Arkeolog Wed Mar 4, 2009 09:06 UTC
 Liked your page. Nice photos and good tips. best wishes from Turkey.Bora

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