Where are the best roads of Capitol Reef National Park?

Located in the south-central part of the US state of Utah, the park is a beautiful piece of scenic landscape, with a cold semi-arid climate weather. The park has something to offer to all visitors and provides a unique mix of historical landmarks and stunning landscapes.

Where are the best roads of Capitol Reef National Park?

Tucked away in the heart of red rock country, a few minutes west of Torrey, the park was established in 1971. it’s said to be one of the most diverse national parks in Utah into a vast, remote area. Plants and animal life are diverse. The best time to visit the park is Autumn, with Spring as a second best time. Summer is extremely hot and Winter is surprisingly cold (and snowy). The park is full of many wonderful surprises and comprises many scenic (yet challenging) drives.

Name Length Surface
Scenic Drive 12.7km (7.9 miles) Mostly paved
Notom-Bullfrog Road 52.3km (32.5 miles) Mostly unpaved
Burr Trail Road 106km (66.2 miles) Mostly unpaved
Cathedral Valley Loop 92.7km (57.6 miles) Dirt track
South Draw Road 13.03km (8.1 miles) Rough dirt road

 

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