Some places change your perspective.
A 100-mile wrinkle in the earth called the Waterpocket Fold.
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 information: National Park Service.
LocationUtah
Designated1971
Coordinates38.37°, -111.26°
Before you head out
Start with the official park guide for trip planning, accessibility, reservations and current conditions. Availability and requirements can change throughout the year.
Plan your visit with NPS
