Torrey, UT

This historic Mormon pioneer homestead showcases early 1900s rural Utah life. Sample freshly baked fruit pies from park orchards while browsing handmade quilts and crafts in the picturesque Fruita Valley.

Wander through historic Mormon pioneer orchards where you can pick seasonal fruit in Capitol Reef National Park. At the Gifford Homestead, sample fresh-baked pie made from the surrounding trees' bounty.

Rising 6,302 feet from Utah's barren badlands, Factory Butte's sandstone formation creates an otherworldly landscape. Photographers capture its dramatic silhouette during golden hour when shadows play across the terrain.

Hike Capitol Gorge's towering sandstone walls where pioneers carved the Pioneer Register. Discover ancient petroglyphs and natural water tanks along this historic passage through Capitol Reef.

This reconstructed frontier workshop displays essential 19th century blacksmithing tools and techniques. Explore the rustic interior to see craftsmanship that sustained early Fruita settlers in Capitol Reef National Park.

Spanning nearly 2 million acres, Dixie National Forest showcases landscapes from desert brush to alpine forests. Hike through high mountain meadows or drive scenic routes past multicolored cliffs and steep-walled gorges.

Marvel at Capitol Reef's dramatic landscapes from these twin viewpoints. Witness the 800-foot deep canyon with its serpentine river bends—most spectacular at sunrise or sunset.

This rugged sandstone cabin from 1883 tells the story of a pioneer family of 15 who braved Utah's wilderness. Pair your visit with the nearby Hickman Bridge Trail for a glimpse into Capitol Reef's human history.