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Capitol Reef National Park

Capitol Reef National Park is one of the undiscovered gems of the National Park system. From May to September, the park offers a variety of ranger-guided programs at no charge. These include guided walks, talks, and evening programs at the campground amphitheater.

Hikes may take you deep into a narrow gorge, to the top of high cliffs for a bird’s eye view of the surrounding area, under a natural stone arch, to historic inscriptions… and much, much more! Round trip distances vary in length from less than 1/4 mile to 10 miles. All trails are well-marked with signs at the trailhead and at trail junctions and by cairns (stacks of rocks) along the way.

Fishing is permitted in the Fremont River with a valid Utah fishing license.

Goblin Valley State Park

Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

The Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is a vast stretch of desert. The area is mostly white-sandstone mesa with some pretty incredible views, as well as some steep drop-offs. Some of the best attractions in the Grand Staircase are the Burr Trail (which will lead you back to Capitol Reef National Park) and Calf Creek Falls. You can hike, wade, and swim on both the Lower and Upper Calf Creek trails. When driving through the Grand Staircase, get gas and supplies at the towns of Boulder and Escalante.

The Bentonite Hills

Famous for their surreal, multi-colored clay layers (blues, reds, purples) created from volcanic ash, giving them a Mars-like appearance. They are part of the larger Capitol Reef area, accessible via dirt roads off of UT-24. Perfect for photography, especially during golden hour, but visitors must drive gently and avoid hiking to protect the fragile environment. 

Thousand Lakes Mountain

The funny thing about Thousand Lake Mountain is there aren’t actually very many lakes there. Local lore has it that a cartographer mixed up the names of Thousand Lake Mountain and nearby Boulder Mountain on the first maps of the area and the mistake was never corrected. So don’t be let down by the name when you visit, but do check out this scenic, off-the-beaten path destination. You can drive Thousand Lake Mountain Road, a 35-mile scenic backway, from Fremont all the way through the Cathedral Valley section of Capitol Reef National Park. Once you descend into the Reef, a high-clearance vehicle is recommended. The jaunt takes you through alpine forests, around craggy cliffs, and past panoramic view points. If you only have a passenger vehicle, depending on the weather, you should be able to make it to the Deep Creek Desert overlook just past Snow Lake. Along the way, there are lakes and two-tracks for exploring as well as plenty of scenery.

Boulder Mountain

The east slope of Boulder Mountain’s forested plateau overlooks the rugged cliffs and canyons of Capitol Reef National Park. Other stunning scenic vistas include The Escalante River from the south slope, Box Death Hollow wilderness area to the south, and Powell Point to the southwest. As part of Dixie National Forest, Boulder Mountain has about 60 high-elevation fishable lakes. While many of the lakes are tiny or run as stocked fisheries, trophy-size trout are not uncommon in the larger lakes, creeks, and streams. Although the high elevation lends itself to deep snow and cold temperatures, Boulder Mountain offers a long fishing season compared to Utah’s other high elevation mountains. The largest lake on Boulder Mountain is the 52-acre Blind Lake which offers excellent trout fishing and has a depth of 52 feet. Smaller fishing spots include Boulder Creek, Calf Creek, Sand Creek and Pine Creek.

Premier Gold Tier Designation

International Dark Sky Park

Capitol Reef National Park, designated in 2015, offers some of the best opportunities for stargazing in the country due to extremely low light pollution, allowing for incredible views of the Milky Way and constellations. Gold Tier Designation: It holds the highest quality rating from the International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) International Dark-Sky Association. The park works with local communities to minimize light pollution, making it a premier destination for astronomy enthusiasts and anyone wanting to experience a truly dark sky. 

Best Spots for Stargazing:

Panorama Point

Fruita Campgound

Danish Hill & Slickrock Divide

Fish Lake Recreation Area

The Fish Lake Basin offers visitors a chance to escape the heat of the summer and enjoy the forested mountains with some of the finest outdoor experiences in central Utah. The largest natural mountain lake in Utah, Fish Lake sits at more than 8,800 feet of elevation, which makes for pleasant weather all summer long. Fish Lake is known for its large Lake Trout, or Mackinaw. These fish can grow to over 50 pounds and can put a stretch on an angler’s line. In addition to the Mackinaw, Fish Lake is home to rainbow trout, tiger muskie, splake, yellow perch and even Kokanee salmon.