When we first drove into Capitol Reef National Park, we thought we had a pretty good idea of what to expect. Red rocks. Scenic drives. Maybe a hike or two? Then suddenly we were standing in a lush historic orchard in the middle…
If you’re trying to make the most of one day in Capitol Reef National Park, you’re in the right spot! Often called Utah’s most underrated park, it’s full of character, rich history, and scenery that hits you the moment you roll in. And…
Planning a trip to Capitol Reef National Park? You’re in for a treat. This is the park most people zip past on their way to Zion or Bryce Canyon, which is great news for you, because that means fewer people in your photos…
The Capitol Gorge Trail in Capitol Reef National Park packs a surprising mix of history, scenery, and just enough adventure to make you forget how intense the Utah sun can get. Well… almost. When we hiked it, it was late May, and I’m…
Plain and simple: the Cohab Canyon Trail is a must-do hike in Utah’s Capitol Reef National Park. It’s popular for its mix of spectacular views and relatively short distance, and this one really surprised us — in all the best ways! We went…
If you’re planning a trip to Capitol Reef National Park and want to wake up to those red rock views, camping is absolutely the way to go. The catch is that Fruita Campground, the park’s only developed campground, books up fast. And honestly,…
If you’re planning a trip to Capitol Reef National Park, chances are you’ve heard about Fruita Campground — the park’s only developed campground and the one spot where history, scenery, and convenience collide in the best possible way. Nestled in the heart of…
When we first arrived at Capitol Reef National Park, we had no real plan… just a loose list of places to see and a print-out of all the park’s hiking trails. With so many hikes to choose from (15 just in the main…
On our Southwest U.S. road trip, we headed to the Utah side of Dinosaur National Monument expecting just one thing: a wall of dinosaur bones. But what completely surprised us was how much more this place has to offer. So, is Dinosaur National…
So you’re thinking about visiting Dinosaur National Monument, but your dog is coming along — worth it or not? What can you see and do with a dog in tow? We visited the Utah side of Dinosaur National Monument before Athena came into…