Capitol Reef National Park

The Waterpocket Fold is the centerpiece of Capitol Reef National Park in Utah. This post is the second in a series of three on my recent aerial investigation of the geology of the San Rafael Swell, the Circle Cliffs Uplift at Capitol Reef National Park, and the Henry Mountains, all in southeastern Utah. The first two landforms are massive, domal uplifts that formed during the Laramide Orogeny. The Henry Mountains are a laccolithic complex of mountains that formed later during the Oligocene...Read Full Story

This is the third post on my recent aerial investigation of the geology of south-central Utah. For the earlier portion of the flight, please visit my first two posts entitled “Part I – Geology of the San Rafael Swell” and “Part II – Geology of the Circle Cliffs Uplift at Capitol Reef.”  Photo Above: The Henry MountainsFramed by the Henry Mountains, Factory Butte's badlands are formed in the Blue Gate Shale Member of the Cretaceous Mancos Shale, and its summit at 6,321 feet is in the...Read Full Story

By Maureen Condon Bryce Canyon - one of its many amphitheaters full of hoodoos Surreal National Parks, rugged and delicate rock formations, caves and waterfalls – all will have you raving about Utah for months after your trip.And, with a nod to the mundane, you’ll rave about Utah’s lodging prices. For under $100 per night, you can stay at some very comfortable motels adjacent to the national parks. Here’s a sample itinerary for a trip to 4 national parks/monuments, and the scenic highways...Read Full Story

One of the advantages of going to Caineville for us is it's location in relation to some fantastic National Parks, State Parks and some other well known, and some not so well known areas of interest. The Burro Wash Trail in Capitol Reef National Park was within a half hour drive of our camp near Caineville so we decided to go check it out! As we read in a description of the trail, the first mile or two of the trail had been open to vehicles in the past. Some may like the additional 2 mile...Read Full Story

A few nice Stone fish images I found: Fremont River Falls, Capitol Reef National Park Image by Ken Lund This serendipitous waterfall is off of Highway 24 in Capitol Reef National Park. The waterfall is not indicated on the map and the parking area is easy to miss. The waterfall itself, however, is spectacular. During the peak season, many visitors can be found swimming in the waterfall pool. The waterfall is fed by the Fremont River, which approaches the waterfall through a 100 yard...Read Full Story

707 - Central Capitol Reef / Fish Lake North Map This Trails Illustrated topographic map is the most comprehensive and complete recreational map for Utah's Fish Lake North/North & Central Capitol Reef area. The map shows all trails, campsites, and recreational features, plus valuable wilderness and Leave No Trace guidelines. Coverage includes Fishlake National Forest; Capitol Reef National Park; Freemont, Torrey, Waterpocket Fold and Fremont Junction, Salina, Burrville, Thousand Lake...Read Full Story

Bike-O-Vision Cycling Journey- Arches & Capitol Reef National Parks (Widescreen DVD #4) (DVD)By none Buy new: $19.98 Customer Rating: First tagged by P McDaniel Customer tags: cycling(4), spinning(2), wide screen cycling video, best deal, wide screen biking video, wide screen bike-o-vision, recumbent Review & DescriptionWow! What a destination to enjoy while you cycle! These two National Parks offer a world-class visual adventure and you are about to experience them in detail. You will...Read Full Story

Save on your next meal at Rim Rock Restaurant with a coupon that gets you up to a 60% discount.Capitol Reef Motel and Restaurant - Torrey, UtahThe closest lodging and restaurants to Capitol Reef National Park.The Rim Rock Restaurant in Torrey, Utah (at the entrance to Capitol Reef National Park) gets its name from the fabulous red rock cliff on which it sits. Serving traditional western "comfort foods" steak, pot roast, trout, chicken, meatloaf, stuffing, stews and potatoesthe restaurant also...Read Full Story

Trails Illustrated Central Capitol Reef Fish Lake North Trail map Waterproof Tear Resistant 707 – Central Capitol Reef / Fish Lake North Map This Trails Illustrated topographic map is the most comprehensive and complete recreational map for Utah’s Fish Lake North/North & Central Capitol Reef area. The map shows all trails, campsites, and recreational features, plus valuable wilderness and Leave No Trace guidelines. Coverage includes Fishlake National Forest; Capitol Reef National Park...Read Full Story

In the spirit of my previous post,  I’ve offered the Giants a chance to promote another lensmaster’s work right here at the Showcase. Giant Squid lensmaster and super photographer CoolFoto wasted no time in sending me two of her favorite OP (Other Peoples) lenses. Coolfoto suggests you pay a visit to Green Bedroom Accessories by Giant lensmaster mbrownauthor “I am in the Fashion Colors group so I visit the other group members. That’s how I found Green Bedroom Accessories by mbrownauthor...Read Full Story