Capitol Reef National Park

Rozmowy o archeologii

<p>Poznaj kultury, które nazywają to miejsce swoim domem. Spotkanie przy drewnianej kładce Petroglyph Panel.</p> <p> </p> <p>Harmonogramy programów prowadzonych przez strażników są również wywieszane na tablicach ogłoszeń w centrum dla odwiedzających i na kempingu.</p> <p><em>Tematy programów mogą ulec zmianie. Programy mogą zostać odwołane z powodu pogody lub nagłych wypadków. Sprawdź w centrum dla odwiedzających aktualne dzienne oferty programowe. </em></p>

Lokalizacja: Spotkaj się na drewnianej kładce przy Petroglyph Panel, znajdującej się około jednej mili (1,6 km) na wschód od centrum dla odwiedzających Capitol Reef wzdłuż Utah Route 24.

Capitol Reef National Park

Evening Program

<p>Meet at the Fruita campground amphitheater. Learn about the many aspects of Capitol Reef in this ranger-led presentation. Dress warmly and bring a flashlight or headlamp for after the program -- the park is dark at night!</p> <p>Check at the visitor center or campground bulletin boards for the evening's topic. </p> <p>Programs may be cancelled due to weather or emergencies. Check at visitor center for updated daily program offerings. </p>

Lokalizacja: The Fruita campground amphitheater is located near Loop C of the Fruita campground (approximately 1.5 miles/2.4km south of the visitor center on the Scenic Drive).

Capitol Reef National Park

Ranger's Choice Talk

<p>Learn more about the natural and cultural resources of Capitol Reef. Meet at the Campground Amphitheater, next to Loop C of the Fruita Campground. </p> <p>Ranger program schedules are also posted on bulletin boards at the visitor center and campground.</p> <p><em>Program topics may change. Programs may be cancelled due to weather or emergencies. Check at visitor center for updated daily program offerings. </em></p>

Capitol Reef National Park

Guided Walk

<p>Meet outside the Gifford House for an easy to moderate one-hour walk with a ranger. </p> <p>Bring water; wear good shoes and sun protection. Parking available across the street in the dirt lot.</p> <p>Programs may be cancelled due to weather or emergencies. Check at the Visitor Center for updated program listings. </p>

Lokalizacja: Meet in front of the Gifford House. Parking available across the street in the dirt lot or at the picnic area.

Capitol Reef National Park

Star Talk

<p>Learn about the night sky and view constellations above Capitol Reef. Meet at the astronomy demonstration site, next to the amphitheater parking lot and the Fremont River trail.</p> <p>Bring a flashlight or headlamp (a <strong>red</strong> light if you have one) --  the park is very dark at night! Dress warmly. Seating is limited, consider bringing a camp chair if you have one. </p> <p>Program may be cancelled due to weather or emergencies. </p>

Lokalizacja: The astronomy demonstration site is next to the amphitheater parking lot and just off the Fremont River Trail.

Capitol Reef National Park

Evening Program

<p>Meet at the Fruita campground amphitheater. Learn about the many aspects of Capitol Reef in this ranger-led presentation. Dress warmly and bring a flashlight or headlamp for after the program -- the park is dark at night!</p> <p>Check at the visitor center or campground bulletin boards for the evening's topic. </p> <p>Programs may be cancelled due to weather or emergencies. Check at visitor center for updated daily program offerings. </p>

Lokalizacja: The Fruita campground amphitheater is located near Loop C of the Fruita campground (approximately 1.5 miles/2.4km south of the visitor center on the Scenic Drive).

Capitol Reef National Park

Guided Walk

<p>Meet outside the Gifford House for an easy to moderate one-hour walk with a ranger on the Fremont River Trail. </p> <p>Bring water; wear good shoes and sun protection. Parking available across the street in the dirt lot.</p> <p>Programs may be cancelled due to weather or emergencies. Check at the Visitor Center for updated program listings. </p>

Lokalizacja: Meet in front of the Gifford House. Parking available across the street in the dirt lot or at the picnic area.

Capitol Reef National Park

Animal Tracks

<p>Identify animals by the 6 characteristics of their tracks, and create a plaster track. </p> <p>Meets on the porch of the Ripple Rock Nature Center, less than one mile down the Scenic Drive. Parking available across the road. Children must be accompanied by an adult.</p> <p>Programs may be cancelled due to weather or emergencies. Check at the visitor center for updated daily program listings. </p> <p> </p>

Lokalizacja: Ripple Rock Nature Center is located approximately 0.6 miles (1 km) down the Scenic Drive. Parking available at the Blacksmith Shed across the road.

Capitol Reef National Park

Cohab Hike

<p>Take a natural history hike on the Cohab Canyon Trail. Moderately strenuous uphill hike - wear good shoes and bring water. Meet at the Cohab Canyon trailhead.</p> <p>The program concludes before entering Cohab Canyon itself; visitors are encouraged to continue along the trail on their own. Parking available in the dirt lot across the street from the Gifford House and the barn; trailhead is just beyond the parking lot. </p> <p>Programs may be cancelled due to weather or emergencies. Check at the visitor center for updated daily program offerings. </p>

Capitol Reef National Park

Star Talk

<p>Learn about the night sky and view constellations above Capitol Reef. Meet at the astronomy demonstration site, next to the amphitheater parking lot and the Fremont River trail.</p> <p>Bring a flashlight or headlamp (a <strong>red</strong> light if you have one) --  the park is very dark at night! Dress warmly. Seating is limited, consider bringing a camp chair if you have one. </p> <p>Program may be cancelled due to weather or emergencies. </p>

Lokalizacja: The astronomy demonstration site is next to the amphitheater parking lot and just off the Fremont River Trail.

Capitol Reef National Park

Evening Program

<p>Meet at the Fruita campground amphitheater. Learn about the many aspects of Capitol Reef in this ranger-led presentation. Dress warmly and bring a flashlight or headlamp for after the program -- the park is dark at night!</p> <p>Check at the visitor center or campground bulletin boards for the evening's topic. </p> <p>Programs may be cancelled due to weather or emergencies. Check at visitor center for updated daily program offerings. </p>

Lokalizacja: The Fruita campground amphitheater is located near Loop C of the Fruita campground (approximately 1.5 miles/2.4km south of the visitor center on the Scenic Drive).

Capitol Reef National Park

Orchard Stroll

<p>Learn about the role of orchards in Fruita, the fruits grown, and park management of them over the years. </p> <p>Short, flat walk over uneven ground in the Johnson Orchard. Bring water; wear good shoes and sun protection. Meet at the Johnson Orchard entrance (near the picnic area restrooms). Extra parking available at the picnic area. </p> <p>Programs may be cancelled due to weather or emergencies. Check at the Visitor Center for updated program listings. </p>

Lokalizacja: Meet at the Johnson Orchard entrance (near the picnic area restrooms). Extra parking available at the picnic area.

Capitol Reef National Park

Reef Ride Bike Days 2027

<p><strong>Reef Ride Bike Days 2027: </strong></p> <p>Save the Dates and celebrate National Public Lands Day on two Saturdays in September 2026. Come enjoy the recently repaved Scenic Drive on a bicycle or on foot. <strong class="">From sunrise to 2:00 pm the Scenic Drive will be</strong> <strong class="">closed to vehicles</strong> for this special event, allowing folks a chance to explore at a slower pace. </p> <p>The Scenic Drive is a 7.9-mile (12.7 km) paved road that offers breathtaking views of the park's unique geological formations. The bikes-only portion will begin after the campground and provide access to Grand Wash, Capitol Gorge, and Pleasant Creek. Some bicyclists may also choose to ride the dirt roads into Grand Wash and Capitol Gorge, although these may not be suitable for road bikes.</p> <p><strong>**Be sure to read the Safety Tips on the event website (below).</strong> Elevation ranges from approximately 5,400 feet (1,646 m) to 5,977 feet (1,822 m) above sea level.<br /><br />Parking for vehicles is available throughout Fruita. The Picnic Area and Jorgenson pasture parking areas are south of the visitor center and are great places to unload bikes and start your ride.</p>

Lokalizacja: Bike ride is along the Capitol Reef Scenic Drive, starting just past the Fruita Campground.

Capitol Reef National Park

Reef Ride Bike Days 2027

<p><strong>Reef Ride Bike Days 2027: </strong></p> <p>Save the Dates and celebrate National Public Lands Day on two Saturdays in September 2026. Come enjoy the recently repaved Scenic Drive on a bicycle or on foot. <strong class="">From sunrise to 2:00 pm the Scenic Drive will be</strong> <strong class="">closed to vehicles</strong> for this special event, allowing folks a chance to explore at a slower pace. </p> <p>The Scenic Drive is a 7.9-mile (12.7 km) paved road that offers breathtaking views of the park's unique geological formations. The bikes-only portion will begin after the campground and provide access to Grand Wash, Capitol Gorge, and Pleasant Creek. Some bicyclists may also choose to ride the dirt roads into Grand Wash and Capitol Gorge, although these may not be suitable for road bikes.</p> <p><strong>**Be sure to read the Safety Tips on the event website (below).</strong> Elevation ranges from approximately 5,400 feet (1,646 m) to 5,977 feet (1,822 m) above sea level.<br /><br />Parking for vehicles is available throughout Fruita. The Picnic Area and Jorgenson pasture parking areas are south of the visitor center and are great places to unload bikes and start your ride.</p>

Lokalizacja: Bike ride is along the Capitol Reef Scenic Drive, starting just past the Fruita Campground.

Capitol Reef National Park

Heritage Starfest 2027

<p>Join us for Capitol Reef's annual astronomy festival--Heritage Starfest celebrates the amazing night skies of Capitol Reef and surrounding Wayne County. </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p>