Il diario di Capitol Reef
Cercare la bellezza nelle linee del rilievo.
Long rocky fold, historic orchards and little frequented canyons.
Al tuo ritmo
Riepilogo dell’identità
2 - 5 giorni
Primavera · Estate · Autunno · Inverno
Auto consigliata
Deserto · Patrimonio · Natura
Accessibilità variabile
Ritmo dolce
Presentazione generale
Capitol Reef
Long rocky fold, historic orchards and little frequented canyons.
The discovery of Capitol Reef revolves around Waterpocket Fold, Capitol Gorge and Fruita Historic District. The stay thus alternates between desert areas, heritage and natural areas, giving a concrete picture of the destination beyond its only best known site.
Vedi tutto
For a stay of 2 to 5 days, a quiet rhythm works well. Also to be anticipated: conditions to be checked according to the season. A car is usually the easiest way to connect different sectors. Accessibility varies from site to site and deserves to be checked step by step.
Punti di forza e vincoli
Punti di forza
- Waterpocket Fold
- Capitol Gorge
- Fruita Historic District
Da sapere prima di scegliere
- Car often useful
- Conditions to be checked by season
Luoghi imperdibili
Una selezione per iniziare a sognare e organizzare il soggiorno — non un elenco esaustivo di tutto ciò che c’è da vedere.
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Waterpocket Fold
The Waterpocket Fold is the long geological wrinkle that gives to Capitol Reef Its special relief: pleated layers, cliffs, clear domes and dry canyons. The park's roads and paths reveal successive fragments, as if it were moving along a pound of open rock in the desert.
Culture and heritage
Capitol Gorge
Capitol Gorge is a narrow canyon where the old road passed between almost vertical sandstone walls. There are still inscriptions of pioneers, petroglyphs in the neighbouring area and pockets of water dug in the rock; the walk is well suited to those who like to feel history in the landscape.
Culture and heritage
Fruita Historic District
Fruita Historic District is surprised by its orchards, rural buildings and green meadows at the foot of the cliffs of Capitol Reef. The ancient Mormon village maintains a rare agricultural atmosphere in this mineral setting, with fruit trees, a historic school and the Gifford House, known for its local pies and products.
Nature and panorama
Hickman Bridge
Hickman Bridge is a natural arch that is accessible by a trail that climbs over the Fremont River before crossing slabs, junipers and sandstone blocks. The arch appears as a massive opening in the rock, close enough to observe its texture and high enough to frame the sky of the canyon.
Consigli pratici
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Per approfondire
Altre attività
Ristoranti, passeggiate, cultura, svago e uscite da cercare senza lasciare la scheda della destinazione.
Le destinazioni più vicine
Le idee più vicine sulla mappa, per prolungare il viaggio.
Gli somigliano
Stessi paesaggi e stesso ritmo di viaggio, altrove nel mondo.
