Capitol Reef National Park

In Capitol Reef National Park, take a scenic drive along a 100-mile wrinkle in the earth's crust, known as Waterpocket Fold, and enjoy several outdoor activities including camping, biking, horseback riding and rock climbing.

Season/Hours
Park and campground open year-round. Visitor Center and Historic Gifford Farmhouse open year-round with variable hours. Ripple Rock Nature Center open from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Fees

• $3/Individual 7 Days (pedestrian, bicycle)
• $5/Vehicle 7 Days
• Camping Fees $10 per night

Contact
Mail: Information Packet Request
Capitol Reef National Park
HC 70 Box 15
Torrey, UT 84775
Ph: (435) 425 – 3791 x111

Highlights
Enjoy the Scenic Drive with 11 designated stops highlighting different geological aspects of Capitol Reef. After the drive, visit the restored Fruita Schoolhouse and Historic Gifford Homestead.

Getting Here
To reach Capitol Reef from Park City, travel 226 miles south on US-15 S and UT-24 E.

Zion National Park

Zion National Park features breathtaking sandstone cliffs and canyons, home to a variety of birds and wildflowers, with three campgrounds, visitor centers, trails, and ranger-led activities.

Season/Hours
Park open year-round. Zion Canyon and Kolob Canyon Visitor Centers open daily except Christmas. Zion Human History Museum open daily from early March through November 30. South and Watchman Campgrounds open from March through October; Lava Point Campground open June through October.

Fees

• $25/Private Vehicle 7 Days
• $12/Motorcycle 7 Days
• $12/Individual 7 Days (pedestrian, bicycle)
• Camping Fees range between $16 - $20 per night

Contact
Mail: Zion National Park
Springdale, UT 84767-1099
Ph: (435) 772 - 3256

Highlights
Climb the trails for great views of the cliffs, wildlife and wildflowers, explore the visitor centers, attend a ranger-led program, camp, or bike.

Getting Here
To reach Zion from Park City, travel 311 miles on I-15 S to the southwestern corner of Utah.

Bryce Canyon National Park

Visitors can explore Bryce Canyon’s rock spires by hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, sledding and enjoying ranger-led programs in this large “forest of stone.”

Season/Hours
Park and visitor center open year-round, with possible temporary road closures in winter.

Fees

• $25/private vehicle 7 Days
• $12/ foot, motorcycle or bicycle 7 Days
• Camping Fees average $15 per night

Contact
Bryce Canyon
Mail: Information Packet Request
Bryce Canyon National Park
PO Box 640201
Bryce Canyon, UT 84764-0201
Ph: (435) 834 - 5322

Highlights
Winter is a great time to visit Bryce Canyon with plenty of room for snowshoeing, winter hiking, cross-country skiing and sledding. Camp in summer, take a guided hike by moonlight, and browse the visitor center and book store.

Getting Here
To reach Bryce Canyon from Park City, travel 290 miles south on I-15 S, US-89 S, and UT-12 E.

Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument features trails, campgrounds, hunting and fishing opportunity, visitor centers, and areas to run your Off-Highway Vehicle.

Season/Hours
National Monument open year-round. Kanab Visitor Center open year-round, from 8 am – 4:30 pm. (Additional visitor centers open with variable hours.)

Fees

• $2/Calf Creek Recreation Area Day Use Fee
• Grand Staircase-Escalante campground fees average around $4 - $7 per night.

Contact
Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
Kanab Headquarters
190 East Center
Kanab, UT 84741
Ph: (435) 644 - 4300

Highlights
Encompassing 1.9 million acres of public land filled with stark plateaus and arid valleys, Grand Staircase-Escalante visitors have plenty of room to hike, camp, horseback ride, hunt, fish, and backpack in relative seclusion.

Getting Here
To reach Grand Staircase-Escalante from Park City, travel 330 miles south on US-189, I-15, and UT-12 E.