Capitol Reef National Park

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HC 70, Box 15
Torrey, UT 84775

Located in south-central Utah in the heart of red rock country, Capitol Reef National Park is a hidden treasure filled with cliffs, canyons, domes, and bridges in the Waterpocket Fold, a geologic monocline (a wrinkle on the earth) extending almost 100 miles.

Directions

From I-70: Take exit 149, then take UT-24 west toward Hanksville; continue for 43.8 miles (70.5 km). Turn right to continue on UT-24 west and continue for 37.3 miles (60 km). From I-15: take exit 188 then US-50 east toward Scipio. Left on UT-50; continuing 0.7 miles (1.1 km). Turn right onto US-50 east; continue for 24.4 miles (39.3 km). Turn right onto UT-260 south and continue 4.2 miles (6.8 km), then right on UT-24 for 71.3 miles. UT-12: North on highway 12 to Torrey, UT. Right onto UT-24.

Reviews

Capitol Reef National Park's Fruita Campground remains a scenic and well-maintained destination known for its beautiful orchards, wildlife, and close access to hiking trails and ranger presentations. Visitors appreciate the cool atmosphere with ample shade in some areas despite high temperatures. While restrooms are clean, some note they are in need of updates. The campground continues to offer a peaceful desert oasis with opportunities for fruit picking, stargazing, and enjoying homemade pies. Infrastructure remains simple with no showers or hookups, and mud issues persist during rainy weather.

Beautiful orchards with fruit picking opportunities

Cool, shaded areas even in hot weather

Clean restrooms and simple infrastructure

Friendly and helpful campground hosts

Close proximity to hiking, ranger programs, and natural attractions

Restrooms need updating

No showers or electric hookups available

Mud issues during rainy weather

Limited privacy in some campsites

Limited cell service and occasional noise

2,353 reviews

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heidi g

Campground:Fruita Campground

Loop:Loop B

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Reviewed 7 days ago

Beautiful setting in the heart of Capitol Reef. After hiking, it was a pleasant surprise to be able to walk the orchards and eat a fresh apple under the canopy of golden autumnal leaves.

Ruth W

Campground:Capitol Reef Group Campground

Loop:Capitol Reef NP Group Campsite

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Reviewed 9 days ago

In spite of lots of mud the campground hosts were very helpful and worked hard to clean the sites.

Nichole B

Campground:Fruita Campground

Loop:Loop C

Site:

Reviewed 9 days ago

In Loop C. Basic campsite with bathroom. Big shade trees but no privacy between sites. Lots of mud after it rains. Quiet.

Catherine M

Campground:Fruita Campground

Loop:Loop A

Site:

Reviewed 10 days ago

Lovely spot with clean, warm restrooms, friendly camp hosts handing out firewood in honor system and proximity to Gifford House and its famous fruit pies.

Larry D

Campground:Fruita Campground

Loop:Loop A

Site:

Reviewed 10 days ago

Big paved spots and nice restroom. A lot of deer just hanging out in the campground was a nice surprise. Enjoyed the campground and would stay there again.

William S

Campground:Fruita Campground

Loop:Loop C

Site:

Reviewed 11 days ago

Beautiful trees and peaceful location

Keep your options open

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