by Caitlin Lamb | Aug 15, 2023 | Capitol Reef National Park, National Parks, Things to do in Utah
Traveling through Capitol Reef National Park today, it can be difficult to imagine people living in the remote and sometimes challenging wilderness. But look closely, and you’ll find the evidence. Some big examples are the Capitol Reef petroglyphs, the Gifford...
by Caitlin Lamb | Jul 30, 2023 | Capitol Reef National Park, Cougar Ridge Lodge, National Parks, Our Blog
When it comes to popular states for outdoor adventures, Utah often tops the list. Every summer, millions of people descend on Utah in search of amazing hiking trails, scenic overlooks, and incredible landscapes. They find them all over the state, but Southern Utah, in...
by Caitlin Lamb | Jun 29, 2023 | Activities & Adventure, Capitol Reef National Park, National Parks, Our Blog, Things to do in Utah
It’s no secret that the most popular time of year to visit Utah’s Mighty 5 national parks is the summer. Schools are out, and many families save their big vacation for this time of year. The days are longer. There’s no snow to worry about, and the rain and occasional...
by Caitlin Lamb | Jun 21, 2023 | Capitol Reef National Park, National Parks, Our Blog
The summer season is in full swing, which means that Capitol Reef National Park is set to see some of its highest visitor numbers of the year in the coming weeks. While the national park doesn’t see the same crowd levels as Zion or Arches, the summer holidays and...
by Caitlin Lamb | Apr 28, 2023 | Capitol Reef National Park, Cougar Ridge Lodge, National Parks, Things to do in Utah
One of the most interesting national park facts about Capitol Reef is that visitors can actually pick fruit within the park’s bounds. That’s because the park is the only one in the nation to contain a historic orchard, originally planted before the land became a...
by Caitlin Lamb | Apr 20, 2023 | National Parks, Surrounding Area, Things to do in Utah
Capitol Reef National Park is certainly the most popular outdoor attraction for visitors to Cougar Ridge. But while it’s true that this beautiful national park is well worth a visit, it’s far from the only place to explore. There are endless state parks,...
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