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June 11, 2025 60 mins

Get ready for a wild and informative journey to one of Utah's hidden gems! In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we are spilling all the details on Capitol Reef National Park. 

We'll share our personal experiences, from navigating the park's unique landscape to indulging in some seriously delicious pie. If you're planning a Utah road trip or simply dreaming of stunning red rock scenery, this episode is your ticket to Capitol Reef!  

Join us as we discuss…

  • Capitol Reef's location in relation to Utah's "Mighty Five"
  • Capitol Reef's mind-bending tilted rock formations that look almost unreal
  • The Fruita Historic District, the park's hub for history, orchards, and, of course, pie!
  • Must-hike trails, including Hickman Bridge and Cassidy Arch
  • Exploring Capitol Reef's wild side: Unpaved roads and backcountry adventures
  • Why Capitol Reef deserves more than just a quick stop
  • Details about our new Capitol Reef itinerary

We hope you enjoyed exploring Capitol Reef with us! This park is an absolute must-visit – add it to your list! 

If you want help planning your trip, head over to DirtInMyShoes.com and use code REEF25 for 25% off the Capitol Reef Itinerary!

Your task for today: We want to know what you are most excited about for your trip to Capitol Reef. Are you captivated by Cathedral Valley? The Burr Trail? Or the unique Fruita area, where all the Utah national parks seem to converge? Head over to the Dirt In My Shoes Instagram or Facebook page and let us know!

For a full summary of this episode, links to things we mentioned, and free resources/deals to get your trip-planning started, check out the full show notes.

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And for more information about Capitol Reef, check out all of our Capitol Reef Podcast Episodes.

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