@CapitolReefNPS

Discover the Waterpocket Fold, a geologic wrinkle on earth. Wildlife, petroglyphs, pioneer history, orchards, hiking & scenery. So much to love!

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During the federal government shutdown, this account will continue to share critical information about park access, safety, and resources. Some services may be limited. For more details, visit: doi.gov/shutdown

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This warning is for Sulphur Creek in @CapitolReefNPS. Spotters report a flood wave that will continue downstream through the Sulphur Creek Narrows within the park. If in this area, find higher ground immediately! #utwx
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Flash Flood Warning including Fruita UT until 5:00 PM MDT
This graphic displays a flash flood warning plotted on a map. The warning is in effect until 5:00 PM MDT. The warning includes Fruita UT. This warning is for Western Wayne County in southern Utah and Specifically Capitol Reef National Park. Avoid walking or driving through flood waters! Move immediately to higher ground! There are 14 people in the warning along with 0 schools and 0 hospitals.

ALT This graphic displays a flash flood warning plotted on a map. The warning is in effect until 5:00 PM MDT. The warning includes Fruita UT. This warning is for Western Wayne County in southern Utah and Specifically Capitol Reef National Park. Avoid walking or driving through flood waters! Move immediately to higher ground! There are 14 people in the warning along with 0 schools and 0 hospitals.

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Capitol Reef seeks a responsible and professional individual to become the park’s next Community Volunteer Ambassador! To apply, visit form.jotform.com/StewardsIPP…. For more information, visit cvainternships.org. NPS Photo
A large wooden barn with a smaller house in the distance stand against tall, red cliffs.

ALT A large wooden barn with a smaller house in the distance stand against tall, red cliffs.

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Orchard Bloom Update: apricots are expected to bloom over the next two weeks closely followed by peaches. Apples and pears should bloom the week after next, lasting about two weeks. Cherries, as the last fruit trees to bloom, are expected around the final week of March.
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ALT numerous flower buds on a tree branch. One is almost ready to open and fully bloom

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Monday, 1/20, is a free entrance day in honor of MLK, Jr. Day! It is also a day of service when volunteers take part in service projects, including at Capitol Reef. For more, volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-op…
Orange-red cliffs rise steeply into a blue sky. A road is parallel to the cliffs.

ALT Orange-red cliffs rise steeply into a blue sky. A road is parallel to the cliffs.

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Part of Scenic Drive and the Chimney Rock trailhead parking will reopen next week. Chimney Rock will open 11/25. Some finishing work will be ongoing so use caution as the final touches are completed. Scenic Drive to Grand Wash will open 11/26. More: nps.gov/care/learn/news/scen…
A lift bed truck and paving machine spread asphalt. Red cliffs and a chimney shaped pillar rise in the background.

ALT A lift bed truck and paving machine spread asphalt. Red cliffs and a chimney shaped pillar rise in the background.

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Capitol Reef is hiring! There are several openings available. To learn more about the jobs and to apply, visit usajobs.gov and search for 'Torrey, UT' as the location. Open positions are Maintenance Workers, Custodian (MVO), and Archeological Technicians. NPS
Close up of a Park Ranger standing next to a tree and wearing protective gear.

ALT Close up of a Park Ranger standing next to a tree and wearing protective gear.

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Volunteers needed! Capitol Reef National Park is recruiting volunteer campground hosts for the 2025 season. Interested? Head over to volunteer.gov/s/volopprecord… for more information and to apply. NPS
Landscape picture of the Fruita campground. Several tents are pitched on a wide, green lawn.

ALT Landscape picture of the Fruita campground. Several tents are pitched on a wide, green lawn.

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Join the Capitol Reef National Park Team this winter as an interpretation volunteer! The park is looking for a personable and helpful individual to help with visitor services this season. For details and to apply, please visit ow.ly/4aKs50TU3UO. NPS / K. Johnston
A uniformed volunteer stands behind a desk and smiles while pointing to a map.

ALT A uniformed volunteer stands behind a desk and smiles while pointing to a map.

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Paving of the Scenic Drive will cause the Capitol Reef Visitor Center to close for one day, 10/24. The road will be open with flaggers to allow traffic through the construction. Park rangers (and the passport stamp) will be available from 8 to 4:30 in the picnic area.
A large piece of construction equipment sits next to a pile of dirt. Orange construction cones are placed around the area. The visitor center is in the background.

ALT A large piece of construction equipment sits next to a pile of dirt. Orange construction cones are placed around the area. The visitor center is in the background.

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Chimney Rock Trail & Parking Lot Closure Starting Tomorrow, 10/16 Parking lot and trail will be closed for construction. There will be no access to Chimney Rock trail or Spring Canyon from this trailhead during the project. More, ow.ly/w8wG50TMfu8 Jennifer Castanon Photo
Panoramic view of the Chimney Rock natural feature and highway 24

ALT Panoramic view of the Chimney Rock natural feature and highway 24

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Campsites in Fruita Campground will soon be reservable year-round, up to 6 months in advance on recreation.gov. Fruita Campground is quiet during the winter; if you visit without a reservation, you can also find a site and book it upon arrival. ow.ly/GWSx50TBHlo
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The wait is almost over! The 14th annual Heritage StarFest is only two days away! Hosted by Capitol Reef and community partner, Entrada Institute, this year's events take place this week on Sept. 27 and 28. For more: ow.ly/nkcv50TqvlS. NPS / J. Zylland
A Park Ranger and visitors stand beside a telescope and look at an image on a laptop in the nighttime.

ALT A Park Ranger and visitors stand beside a telescope and look at an image on a laptop in the nighttime.

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One week away! The 14th annual Heritage StarFest begins next Friday! Hosted by Capitol Reef and community partner, Entrada Institute, this year's events will take place next week on Sept. 27 and 28. For more: nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/h….
A Park Ranger looks through a white solar telescope

ALT A Park Ranger looks through a white solar telescope

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Orchard Update: Apples and pears are opening in multiple orchards today, Tuesday, 9/17. Prices for apples are $2/lb or $30 per bushel, and prices for pears are $2/lb with no bushel pricing available. Open orchards include the Krueger, Holt, Chesnut, and Mott. NPS
A close-up of green pears hanging on tree branches.

ALT A close-up of green pears hanging on tree branches.

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Orchard Update: The Merin Smith and Mott orchards will open for apple and pear harvest starting tomorrow, 9/14. Prices are $2/lb. or $30/50 lb. bushel. Both orchards will be open from dawn to dusk and are expected to remain open for several days to a week.
Pear trees in an orchard. Red sandstone cliffs in the background.

ALT Pear trees in an orchard. Red sandstone cliffs in the background.

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Attention night sky and astronomy enthusiasts! The 14th annual Heritage StarFest is two weeks away! Hosted by Capitol Reef and community partner, the Entrada Institute, this year's events will take place on Sept. 27 and 28. More info: go.nps.gov/wrxrkk
A Park Ranger stands beside a telescope and shows a crowd the night sky using a laser pointer.

ALT A Park Ranger stands beside a telescope and shows a crowd the night sky using a laser pointer.

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Orchard Update: The Abie Clark Orchard will open today, 9/6, for harvest of Rome Beauty Apples priced at $2 a pound. The Rome Beauty is a tasty apple in hand but is best known as a cooking apple. The Abie Clark Orchard is a fenced orchard and will be open 9am to 5pm. NPS Photo
Apples on a tree against a blue sky and orange cliffs.

ALT Apples on a tree against a blue sky and orange cliffs.

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Orchard Update: The Krueger and the Carrell Orchards are open today, 8/28, for Elberta and JH Hale peach harvest. Price is $2/lb. Both are open 9am to 5 pm. The Gifford and Jackson Orchards have closed for harvest. NPS / A. Guerra
A wood and wire fence surrounds an orchard. A wooden sign reads "Carrell Orchard".

ALT A wood and wire fence surrounds an orchard. A wooden sign reads "Carrell Orchard".

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Orchard update: The Johnson Orchard pear harvest is closed and did not open today, 8/22. Flemish Beauty Pears are available at $2 a pound in the Gifford Orchard. Capitol Reef Red Apples are available at $2 a pound in the Jackson Orchard.
Close up image of a pear tree with several pears on the branches

ALT Close up image of a pear tree with several pears on the branches

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