7 Must-Sees in Capitol Reef National Park

Episode 89 is taking you on a quick weekend trip to Capitol Reef National Park in Utah. In this episode we tell you the best hikes to go on, the most beautiful scenic overlooks, where to watch the most gorgeous sunrise in the park, and where to warm your soul with delicious curry pizza after a long day of hiking.Where to Stay in Torrey: Torrey is the town right outside Capitol Reef National Park. Here are a few hotels that we recommend in the area:Red Sands HotelBroken Spur InnThe Noor HotelActivities & Tours: Capitol Reef National Park has a lot of great hiking opportunities and scenic overlooks, however if you are looking for a guided tour, consider the Full-Day Private Off-Road Tour in Capitol Reef National Park or the unique 2-Hour Horse Ride in Capitol Reef.Where to Fly Into: The closest major airports to Capitol Reef National Park are the Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) but they are approx 3-3.5 hrs away respectively. Find a great flight deal to these airports by signing up for Thrifty Traveler Premium and watching the daily flight deals (points & cash) that are emailed directly to you! Use our promo code TS10 to get $10 off your first year subscription.Hiking Gear: Check out our "Hiking Must Haves" Amazon list If you love Capitol Reef National Park, then you'll love Utah's other national parks. Check out our Itinerary to see Utah's Mighty 5 National Parks on a 10-Day Road Trip------------------------------Shop: Trip Itineraries ⁠& ⁠Amazon Storefront ⁠Connect: ⁠YouTube⁠, ⁠TikTok⁠, and ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠and contact us at [email protected] to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising.