Embark on a self-guided audio tour of Capitol Reef, Utah’s hidden gem. Explore stunning landscapes, hike scenic trails, and uncover the park’s rich history. Book now!
Embark on a self-guided audio tour of Capitol Reef, Utah’s hidden gem. Explore stunning landscapes, hike scenic trails, and uncover the park’s rich history. Book now!
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Twin Rocks - The first significant landmark you’ll encounter is the Twin Rocks, a quirky rock formation that many claim resembles a pair of human molars. Take a look and decide for yourself!
Note: This 17+ mile-long tour covers the highlights of Capitol Reef in 2-3 hours.
Purchase once, enjoy for a year! Perfect for extended visits and return trips…
- Twin Rocks - The first significant landmark you’ll encounter is the Twin Rocks, a quirky rock formation that many claim resembles a pair of human molars. Take a look and decide for yourself!
Note: This 17+ mile-long tour covers the highlights of Capitol Reef in 2-3 hours.
Purchase once, enjoy for a year! Perfect for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
- Chimney Rock Trail - Next is Chimney Rock, a striking red rock pillar resembling a chimney. Here, you’ll also find a fantastic 3-mile hiking trail to kickstart your adventure.
- Goosenecks Overlook - If Panorama Point left you wanting more, you’ll find it next at Goosenecks Overlook.
- The Fluted Wall - You’ll then arrive at the Fluted Wall, a fascinating cliff face that offers a glimpse back in time… up to 240 million years!
- The Castle - As you drive, you’ll notice The Castle towering above. This impressive rocky fortress is sure to inspire awe in any traveler!
- Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center - The visitor center is next, a great place to stop if you need snacks, a restroom, or just a quick break to get your bearings.
- Ripple Rock Nature Center - Continuing on, you’ll pass the Ripple Rock Nature Center, which offers excellent educational opportunities for younger visitors.
- Gifford Homestead - After that, you’ll come to the Gifford Homestead, a perfectly preserved slice of what life was like for the early Mormon pioneers who founded this tiny, remote town.
- Fruita - Beyond that is the Fruita Barn, offering a similar glimpse back in time.
- Cohab Canyon Trailhead - Then you’ll arrive at the Cohab Canyon Trailhead, which leads to some stunning canyons with a fascinating history.
- Danish Hill - Continuing on, you’ll reach the top of Danish Hill, which boasts some of the best views of the entire park.
- Ferns Nipple - Ferns Nipple is a 7,065-foot elevation summit located in Capitol Reef National Park, in Wayne County, Utah, United States. This iconic landmark is situated 4 miles southeast of the park’s visitor center.
- Teasdale - Beyond that is the Slickrock Divide, a sort of miniature continental divide that helps ensure flora in the Reef is able to flourish.
- Golden Throne - The Golden Throne is a 7,041-foot mountain in Capitol Reef National Park in Wayne County, Utah, United States. It is a rock formation dome made of gold-colored stained Navajo Sandstone, which is particularly special because normally the sandstone is creamy white or red.
- Capitol Gorge Trailhead - As you continue, you’ll come to the Capitol Gorge Trailhead. This is one of the most popular trails in the park for a reason. It doesn’t just lead down into a gorgeous canyon, but also boasts some ancient petroglyphs along the way!
- Fruita Schoolhouse - Returning to the north side of the park, you’ll get another look at life for the residents of Fruita at the Fruita Schoolhouse, where children of all ages were taught by a 12-year-old!
- Torrey Petroglyphs - Next, you’ll have the chance to see some ancient petroglyphs for yourself. Some of these ancient drawings are quite clear, but others have meanings that are yet to be deciphered!
- The Hickman Bridge Trail - The next trail, the Hickman Bridge Trail, leads to a truly astonishing part of the landscape–a natural bridge. Much like a natural stone archway, the bridge at the end of this trail seems to defy gravity itself!
- Grand Wash Trailhead - Beyond that is the Grand Wash Trailhead, which leads into the narrow slot canyons beneath the park’s surface. If you’ve never seen a slot canyon up close before, this is a must-do!
- Behunin Cabin - If you thought Fruita was remote, you’re in for a surprise at the next stop: Behunin Cabin. This was once the home of a family who thought even the tiny town of Fruita had too many people for them!
- Capitol Reef Sign / Orientation Pullout - Here you will find all you need to know about the natural history of the park. Learn about the geology, trees, mammals, birds, or other plants and wildlife of the area. Capitol Reef National Park is located in the Southcentral area of Utah in Sevier, Wayne, and Garfield counties.
- Sunset Lane - If you’re in the park around sunset, there’s no better place to stop than Sunset Point. Watching the sinking sun from here is a memory that will last you a lifetime.
- Pioneer Register - Another optional stop is the Pioneer Register, a fascinating historical relic bearing the names of the first European-Americans to arrive in Capitol Reef centuries ago.
- Capitol Reef National Park - Get ready to explore one of Utah’s hidden gems: Capitol Reef National Park. This fabulously colorful, awe-inspiring landscape is packed full of perfect photo ops and fascinating history, and your driving tour will introduce you to all of it!
- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
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Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
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- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
- Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
- Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Purchase a single tour for each vehicle, not for each individual. Enjoy the experience together!
Explore the hidden treasure of Utah’s national parks! This self-guided driving tour leads you through the vibrant and breathtaking Capitol Reef. This park boasts hundreds of millions of years of history, along with numerous incredible hikes and scenic views….
Purchase a single tour for each vehicle, not for each individual. Enjoy the experience together!
Explore the hidden treasure of Utah’s national parks! This self-guided driving tour leads you through the vibrant and breathtaking Capitol Reef. This park boasts hundreds of millions of years of history, along with numerous incredible hikes and scenic views. Additionally, delve into the fascinating history of the park’s human inhabitants, from ancient tribes to the Mormon pioneers who carved out a life in one of the most isolated areas of America.
After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require a reliable internet/Wi-Fi connection. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.
Purchase once and enjoy for a full year! Perfect for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
Please note, this is not an entrance ticket. Verify opening hours before your visit.
- How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and text with instructions: • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password • Download the tour MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular Works offline after download
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
- Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.