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Capitol Reef East Desert TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME Wayne County, Utah - Capitol Reef Country
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2- Table of Contents April to October - Daily Walks / Capitol Reef Welcome to the scenically diverse region encompassing Wayne County YOUR NEXT GREAT 3- Welcome May Utah’s Capitol Reef Country. - Entrada Institute’s Cowboy Poetry and Music DESTINATION 4- Zones Festival This vacation destination includes mountains, forests, pinnacles, arches, 5- Zones July plateaus, and astounding desert - Torrey Apple Days landscapes. The contrast in elevation 6- Attractions - Capitol Reef Classic – Annual High Desert Bike and terrain makes this area a haven Race. for those seeking solitude or - Bicknell International Film Festival (BIFF) 7- Attractions outdoor adventure. August This region is an excellent multi-day 8- Activities - Women’s Redrock Music Festival vacation destination, central to Utah’s - Wayne County Fair scenic attractions, and easily acces- 9- Guides & Outfitters sible from major cities such as Salt September/October Lake City, Denver, and Las Vegas. 10- Maps - Heritage Star Festival - Wayne Wonderland Air show Unpack once and discover a realm 11- Maps that is conveniently situated be- On Going Events: May - September tween Bryce Canyon, the Grand 12- Hotels / Motels Staircase, Goblin Valley State Park, Capitol Reef National Park: Daily walks and nightly Canyonlands National Park, and amphitheatre programs mid May - September. Lake Powell. 13- Cabins / B&B Check at Visitor Center for Ripple Rock Nature Center schedule. Capitol Reef National Park. You’ll want to reserve several days to 14- Campgrounds (435) 425-3791, ext. 111. begin to immerse yourself in Capitol Reef Country, where you’ll have the 15- Restaurants / Dining Entrada Institute: option to explore three different Entrada Institute presents lectures, concerts, and adventure zones. 16- Services workshops, starting May-October on Saturday evenings. Check the web-site for more information 17- Services www.entradainstitute.org, or call 425-3141 / 435- 425-3265. 185 West Main, Torrey, UT 84775 18- Services For more information visit... Wayne County Visitor Information Center Junction 19- Plan Your Vacation of scenic byways 12 and 24 Torrey, UT 84775 435-425-3365 - 800-858-7951 20- Back Cover www.CapitolReef.travel
2 www.CapitolReef.travel www.CapitolReef.travel 3 The Highlands Capitol Reef East Desert
The Highlands zone Within the Capitol Reef The Eastern High Desert The western section of zone is this 70 mile long zone includes unique Capitol Reef Country national park that is part desert landscapes. It’s ranges in elevation from of the famous water- a place where dinosaurs 7,000 to over 11,000 pocket fold. once roamed, a place feet. with terrain that is simi- You’ll want to set aside lar to the planet Mars or Forest, lakes, streams, several days to hike trails our very own moon. and open plains are key that lead through dra- characteristics of this matic rock formations, This region was once mountainous zone that view Native American the hide-out for famous is ideal for hiking, moun- writings, hand-pick your outlaws, and offers tain biking, fishing, own fruit from historic access to the western hunting, wildlife viewing pioneer orchards, or edge of Canyonlands and many other outdoor traverse the seldom- National Park. From activities. seen recesses of this here you’ll also have national park. access to the Henry This is a grand place for Mountains with its’ large exciting summer-time Be sure to bring your herd of free roaming exploration or serene camera or easel to cap- buffalo, and Lake Powell winter adventures. ture your memories of with over 2,000 miles of this diverse terrain. shoreline.
4 www.CapitolReef.travel www.CapitolReef.travel 5 CAPITOL REEF NATIONAL PARK ATTRACTIONS Capitol Reef Country is filled with outstanding scenic attractions and land formations, from forested mountains in the west and south, to white and red sandstone formations in central region, to stark desertscapes and slot canyons on the east.
GOBLIN VALLEY MOUNTAINS & FORESTS STATE PARK The Dixie National Forest and Fish- Goblin Valley has been the lake National Forest encompass back-drop to movies and is these two large mountain areas. one of the many locations in Both areas offer excellent this region that is simply out of opportunities for fishing, hiking, this world. Thousands of nobs, ATV riding, hunting, sight seeing, pillars and goblin shaped rock camping, or enjoying a nice picnic. formations combine to create The nearby Henry Mountains offer a unique natural playground. additional outdoor adventure Capitol Reef National Park is Once referred to as mushroom opportunities, including the op- an oasis of colorful sandstone HANKSVILLE portunity to view a free roaming valley, this unique area was first cliffs, impressive domes, and DESERTS & CANYONS herd of buffalo (bison). discovered by cowboys search- soaring monoliths. Roads and ing for lost cattle. The desert landscape of this trails extend in all directions region, carved by wind and for the intrepid hiker, mountain water, has created numerous biker or jeep explorer. plateaus, canyons and gorges. HISTORY & GEOLOGY COME TOGETHER The most narrow of these Once called “Wayne Wonderland,” the park acquired its name formations are called slot from the great white rock formations which resemble the U.S. canyons and here you’ll find Capitol building, and from the sheer cliffs that presented a many waiting for exploration. barrier to early travelers. Early inhabitants referred to the area as the “land of the sleeping rainbow” because of its beautiful MORE ATTRACTIONS contrasts: multi-colored sandstone surrounded by verdant riv- erbanks and arid desert vegetation, all nestled beneath deep - CANYONLANDS N.P. blue skies. Early pioneers established large orchards within - CATHEDRAL VALLEY - SWINGARM CITY what is now called Capitol Reef and today the fruit from these - MARS orchards is available for picking by park visitors. The area was - BICKNELL BOTTOM designated as a national monument in 1937 and reclassified - HENRY MOUNTAINS as a national park in 1971. The park is open year-round. - NOTOM / BURR TRAIL
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Name/Address/Phone Website/Email Description Fremont River Guides www.flyfishingsouthernutah.com Guided fly fishing excursions, public and Po Box 186 Bicknell 84715 [email protected] private waters, hiking, jeep tours, in Capitol Reef region. 435-491-0242
Fremont River Outfitters Big game hunts, photography trips, horseback Hc61 Box 191Fremont 84747 riding, fishing. We tailor our trips to your 435-836-2135 needs.
The Quiet Fly Fisher Guide Service www.quietflyfisher.com Small local guide service. Covers Boulder, 17 East 200 North Loa 84747 [email protected] Thousand Lakes, Monroe Mountains, Fremont Guided or self-guided your outdoor adventure choices are extensive. 435-616-2319 River, Fish Lake and more.
Alpine Adventures www.alpineadventuresutah.com Affordable guided fly fishing & hunting trips. Po Box 308 Torrey 84775 [email protected] Multi-day pack trips – Boulder, Thousand Lakes, 435-425-3660 Fishlake, and Henry Mountains.
Backcountry Outfitters www.ridethereef.com Outdoor Retail Shop & Complete Outfitting Jct. of Hwys 12 & 24, Torrey, Ut. 84775 [email protected] Service Including ATV & Bike Rentals, Horse 435-425-2010 866-747-3973 Rides, 4x4 Tours, Hiking.
Hondoo Rivers & Trails www.hondoo.com Offering half, full, and multi-day guided 90 East Main Street Torrey 84775 [email protected] backcountry vehicle, hiking, and horseback 800-332-2696 435-425-3519 tours since 1975.
Ted Winder www.tedwinder.com Motorcoach tours of Western United States. Po Box 750373 Torrey 84775 [email protected] Local step-on guide service. 435-425-3950
In all three adventure zones, Choose your season, degree Name/Address/Phone Website/Email Discription Taco Time Burritos, tacos, enchiladas, nachos, opportunities seem almost of difficulty, and length of trail, 45 South Highway 12, Torrey, UT 84775 chimichangas, and salads, including a full endless for hiking, mountain and there’s bound to be an 435-425-3345 selection of breakfast menu items. biking, horseback riding, jeep outdoor adventure that will Torrey Grill @ Thousand Lakes RV Park www.thousandlakesrvpark.com Western cookouts. Evenings, steaks, pork, 1110 West Highway 24, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] chicken ribs, and ground buffalo burgers. and ATV riding, fishing, wildlife suit your abilities. 435-425-3500 Complete meals. Reservations please. viewing and photography. Maria's Grill Over 30 flavors of shakes. A fine mix of 193 E. 300 S. Loa, UT 84747 American and authentic Mexican. Best 435-836-2760 burgers and fries.
Tosconos Pizzeria www.thesnuggleinn.com Gourmet Pizza’s, Big Wraps, Fresh Salads, 55 South Main, Loa, UT 84747 Soups, Smoothies, and Espresso Bar. Open 435-836-2500 Mon-Sat 11:00am-8:00pm.
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Name/Address/Phone Website/Email Description Name/Address/Phone Website/[email protected] Description Aquarius Motel www.aquariusinn.com More amenities for your dollar. Open year Howard Johnson at Capitol Reef www.hojo.com Surrounded by the Beauty of Southern Utah’s 292 West Main, Bicknell, UT 84715 [email protected] round. Indoor heated pool, fitness room, free 877 North Highway 24, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] Red Towering Cliffs, Deep Canyons, & Scenic 435-425-3835 800-833-5379 WiFi. 435-425-3866 Byway 12.
Sunglow Motel & Restaurant www.sunglowpies.com Open year round. 15 clean comfortable Red Sands Hotel www.redsandshotel.com Clean, comfortable, and relaxing. Interior 63 East Main, Bicknell, UT 84715 [email protected] rooms, smoking & non-smoking, cable, 955 East SR 24, Torrey UT 84775 [email protected] corridors, complimentary continental 435-425-3821 phones WiFi, restaurant. 435-425-3688 breakfast, Free WiFi, Indoor pool and hot tub.
Rodeway Inn Capitol Reef East www.cainevilleinn.com Year Round! Renovated rooms, microwaves, Rim Rock Inn www.therimrock.net Comfort on the edge of Capitol Reef! Two 25 East Highway 24, Caineville, UT 84775 [email protected] refrigerators. Deluxe Breakfast, Pool, Spa, Pet 2523 East Highway 24, Torrey, Ut 84775 [email protected] onsite Restaurants, Breakfast, Internet, Low 435-456-9900 Friendly, Gift Shop, Laundromat. 888-447-4676 435-3398 Rates.
Hanksville Inn www.hanksvilleinn.com Clean rooms, good rates, WiFi, HBO, ESPN, air Sandstone Inn & Restaurant www.sandstonecapitolreef.com Deluxe rooms, Best views in Town, Indoor 280 East 100 North, Hanksville, UT 84734 [email protected] conditioned rooms. 955 East SR 24, Torrey, Ut 84775 [email protected] Pool and Hot Tub, Conference Room, and 435-542-3471 800-458-0216 435-425-3775 Restaurant. Whispering Sands Motel www.whisperingsandsmotel.com Located in the heart of Utah’s Southeastern 90 S. Highway 95, Hanksville, UT 84734 [email protected] desert. Minutes from Goblin Valley, Capitol Cabins & Bed & Breakfasts 435-542-3238 Reef, & Lake Powell.
Road Creek Lodge www.roadcreeklodge.com Open year round. Rent by room or whole Uncle Earl’s Cabin’s www.uncleearlscabins.com Perfect Getaway, Reunions, Groups – 300 S. 576 W. Loa, UT 84747 [email protected] facility. Free high speed wireless internet, UT-12, Grover, UT 84773 Beautiful Views, Quiet, Kitchen, TV, 300 acre 800-388-7688 435-836-2000 Game Room. 801-831-6677 801-688-1725 working ranch at Boulder Mountain
The Snuggle Inn www.thesnuggleinn.com 15 Rooms. Restaurant, Gift Shop, WiFi, Cable The Mill Cabins www.themillcabins.com New, clean, comfortable, fully furnished 55 South Main, Loa, UT 84747 TV, Bank, Groceries, 20 minutes to CRNP & 1475 S. Hwy 24, Lyman, UT 84749 [email protected] cabins. Queen/full beds each with own 877-505-1936 435-836-2898 Fishlake. 435-491-0426 435-836-2426 bath/shower facilities.
Cactus Hill Ranch Motel www.cactushillmotel.com Open April-October. Five large rooms Notom Ranch Bed & Breakfast www.notomranchbandb.com Family owned working ranch. Buffalo, Deer, & 983 E. Birch Creek Rd, Teasdale, UT 84773 [email protected] located on a 100 acre working ranch. 5 Miles South of U-24, Notom, UT 84773 [email protected] Wild Turkey viewing. Fantastic views of the 800-507-2624 435-425-3578 435-456-9153 area.
Lodge At Red River Ranch www.redriverranch.com Fifteen Room Western Lodge: Fireplaces, Laforborn Guest Ranch www.laforborn.com Cozy, Full Kitchen, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, WiFi, 2900 W. Highway 24, Teasdale, UT 84773 [email protected] private bathrooms, antiques, Navajo Rugs, 1190 E. Teasdale Rd, Teasdale, UT 84773 [email protected] TV, 2 night minimum, Laundry, Stables 800-205-6343 435-425-3322 private river access, stunning views. 866-305-3970 435-425-3950 available.
Austins Chuckwagon Motel www.austinschuckwagonmotel.com Immaculately clean rooms, Satellite TV, Free Muley Twist Inn www.muleytwistinn.com A little civilization at the edge of the world. 12 West Main, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] WiFi, Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Laundromat, Deli, 249 W. 125 South, Teasdale, UT 84773 [email protected] 800-863-3288 435-425-3335 Bakery and General Store. 800-530-1038 435-425-3640
Best Western Capitol Reef www.bestwestern.com Enjoy beautiful views of the Red Rocks. 1 Mile Pine Shadow Cabins www.pineshadowcabins.net Five roomy, affordable cabins with private 2600 E. Highway 24, Torrey, UT 84775 www.book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern to Capitol Reef National Park. 195 W. 125 South, Teasdale, UT 84773 [email protected] baths, full equipped kitchenettes, two queen 435-425-3761 800-780-7234 /US/UT/Torrey 800-708-1223 435-425-3939 beds and scenic views.
Boulder View Inn www.bolderviewinn.com/site/Home.html Family owned and operated. Very clean & Cowboy Homestead Luxury Cabins www.cowboyhomesteadcabins.com Luxury Cabins, private baths, kitchenettes, 385 West Main, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] quiet. All non-smoking. No pets. Continental 2280 South Highway 12, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] king/queen beds, TV, AC, horse stalls. Open 800-444-3980 435-425-3800 Breakfast. Internet. 888-854-5871 435-425-3414 all year.
Capitol Reef Inn & Cafe www.capitolreefinn.com Open Apr-Oct, 10 Large, quiet, sunny rooms Skyridge Inn Bed & Breakfast www.skyridgeinn.com On 75 acres with unparalleled veiwss. Six 360 West Main, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] with hand-made furniture & Southwestern 950 E. Hwy 24, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] distinctivev guet rooms, two with private hot 435-425-3271 décor. Enjoy our Café. 877-824-1508 435-425-3222 tubs.
Cougar Ridge www.cougarridgelodge.com Come experience Exclusivity, Luxury, Torrey Pines Bed & Breakfast Inn www.torreypinesinn.com 3 Deluxe suites, Private Cottage, and Condo. 560 East Cougar Ridge Road Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] Adventure and Peace. Let us help creat Hwy 12, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] Private and secluded. Beautiful gardens and 801-699-6665 435-425-2091 your dream Vacation! views. Name/Address/Phone Website/Email Discription Name/435-425-3401Address/Phone Website/Email Description Days Inn www.daysinn.com/Daysinn/control/home Suites and Handicapped rooms available. Torrey Schoolhouse B & B www.torreyschoolhouse.com/ Renovated 1914 Schoolhouse with ten 675 East Hwy, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] Indoor pool/hot tub, free WiFi, Continental 150 N. Center Street, Torrey, UT 84775 about/index.shtml comfortable suites, views, A/C organic food, 888-425-3113 435-425-3111 Breakfast, Open Year Round 435-491-0230 435-633-4643 WiFi, massaging recliners. Flute Shop Motel [email protected] New affordable rooms, 4 units, 1 with Torrey Trading Post & Cabins www.torreytradingpost.com Completely furnished camping cabins, TV. 1 1705 South SR 12, Torrey, UT 84775 kitchenette, Pet friendly, quiet, remote 25 West Main Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] Deluxe cabin with full kitchen. Gift Shop. 435-425-3144 location. 435-425-3716 Open all year.
Rim Rock Restaurant www.therimrock.net Open Mar - Dec. Liquor, beer, wine available. A taste of the Old West; Rim Rock Restaurant New affordable rooms. 4 units 1 with a kitchenette. Pet friendly. Quiet, affordable food and fun with unforgettable 360 degree views of remote location. 252312 East Hwy Torrey 84775 [email protected] Capitol Reef. Certified Black Angus beef. Comfort foods, great 2523 East Hwy Torrey 84775 13 435-425-3388 www.CapitolReef.travelveggies, healthy meals professionally prepared to order. Live music 435-425-3388 www.CapitolReef.travel CAMPGROUNDS RESTAURANTS
Name/Address/Phone Website/Email Description Name/Address/Phone Website/Email Description Aquarius RV Park www.aquariusinn.com 12 spaces. Full hook-ups provided Cliffstone Restaurant www.redriverranch.com Reservations recommended; Daily Breakfast- 100 E. 220 S. Bicknell, UT 84715 [email protected] 2900 W. Highway 24, Teasdale UT 84773 [email protected] fresh eggs, homemade granola; Weekend 800-833-5379 435-425-3835 435-425-3322 dinners – buffalo, steaks, fish; Private events. Sleepy Hollow Campground Open all year. 30 Spaces. 16 with electric. Austins Chuckwagon Deli www.austinschuckwagonmotel.com Great sandwiches, wraps, & Mexican Food, 3000 S. SR24, Caineville marker Showers, Flush Toilets, Dump Station. Quiet 12 West Main, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] box lunches, great selection salads, meats, & 435-456-9130 Location. 435-425-3290 cheeses, Fresh pastries daily.
Fivecoat Banner Rv Campground [email protected] Open all year. 30 spaces, full hook-ups, grills, Cafe Diablo www.cafediablo.net “Innovative Southwest Cuisine” Lunch and 20 North 100 East, Hanksville, UT 84734 water, showers, toilets, dump station, gift 599 West Main Street, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] Dinner 435-542-3440 1.435.542.1050 shop. 435-425-3070
Redrock Campground www.hanksvilleinn.com Full RV Hookups $28.00, Tent Sites with grass Capitol Reef Cafe www.capitolreefinn.com Open April – October. Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Jct. of Hwys 24 & 95, Hanksville, UT 84734 [email protected] $15.00. Includes showers Laundromat, and 360 West Main, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] Wine/beer available. Fresh, natural, local 435-542-3471 WiFi. 435-425-3271 foods deliciously cooked to your satisfaction.
Sand Creek RV Park & Campground www.sandcreekrv.com RV Spaces, cabins, tenting, clean restrooms Castlerock Coffee & Candy www.castlerockcoffee.com Great coffee. Breakfast and lunch specials, 540 W. Highway 24, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] & showers. Handmade jewelry. Friendliest Junction of Hwy 12 & 24, Torrey, UT 84775 handcrafted chocolate and candy, baked 435-425-3577 campground in Southern Utah. 435-425-2100 goods, smoothies, and ice cream.
Thousand Lakes RV Park & Campground www.thousandlakesrvpark.com Pool, pavilion, full hook-ups, trees & grass, Chillzz Pizza, Burgers, Ice Cream, Shakes, Arcade, 1110 West Highway 24, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] western dinners, 4WD rentals, cabins, 156 East Main, Torrey, UT 84775 Pool Tables, Great Food and Fun! 800-355-8995 435-425-3500 mini-mart, salon, Laundromat. 435-425-2600 Wonderland RV Park www.capitolreefrvpark.com Full hookups. Cleanest Showers & Restrooms Chimney Rock Restaurant Open for all you can eat buffet breakfast Jct. of Hwys 12 & 24, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] in area. Cabins, Laundromat, pavilion, WiFi, 2600 E. Highway 24, Torrey, UT 84775 cooked fresh daily. 877-854-0184 435-425-3665 cable TV, basketball court. 435-425-3323
La Cueva www.cafelacueva.com Authentic Flavors of Mexico brought to Restaurants 875 N. SR 24, Torrey, UT 84775 Southern Utah. Homemade and Fresh off the 435-425-2000 Grill!
Sunglow Family Restaurant www.sunglowpies.com Great family restaurant. Steaks, Burgers, Red Cliff Bar & Catering [email protected] Full service bar, outdoor Dutch Oven 91 E. Main, Bicknell, UT 84715 [email protected] Mexican Food, and Specialty pies - Pinto 955 East Hwy 24,Torrey, UT 84775 Cookouts and Catering, box lunches, open 435-425-3701 Bean, Pickle, Buttermilk, & Oatmeal. 435-425-3797 noon – 10:00 pm daily. Luna Mesa Oasis 9-9 Daily, Mexican/American Food, BBQ Ribs, Rim Rock Patio www.therimrock.net A Spaghetti Western Café, Pizza, BBQ, and Mile Marker 101 Hwy 24, Caineville, UT 84775 Beer Available, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Gift 2523 East Hwy 24, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] Brews with fabulous views of Capitol Reef. 435-456-9122 Shop. Mile 101. 435-425-3389
Blondies Eatery & Gifts Serving breakfast, Espresso, mochas, lattes, & Rim Rock Restaurant www.therimrock.net Naturally Fine dining surrounded by spectacu- 33 North Hwy 95, Hanksville, UT 84734 cappuccino. Burgers, veggie burgers, 2523 East Hwy 24, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] lar scenery. Steaks, Fish, and Vegetarian. Full 435-542-3255 salads, deli sandwiches, & shakes. 435-425-3388 bar, wine list. Red Rock Restaurant www.hanksvillinn.com Fine food, Mexican food, Deluxe Steak, Sandstone Inn and Restaurant www.sandstonecapitolreef.com Area’s Largest Menu. Open 7 am to 9 pm, Jct of Hwys 24 & 95, Hanksville, UT 84734 [email protected] Seafood, Etc. Open for Breakfast, Lunch, 955 East Highway 24, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] Great Steaks, Ribs, and Salad Bar. 435-542-3235 Dinner 7:00 am – 10:00 pm. Name/Address/Phone Website/Email Discription 800-458-0216 435-425-3775 TacoStan's Time Burger Shak FamilyBurritos, owned tacos, &enchiladas, operated fornachos, 27 years. Slacker’s Burger Joint Recognized by Salt Lake Magazine – Burgers, 45Chevron South HighwayStation Hwy 12, 95,Torrey, Hanksville, UT 84775 Ut 84734 Worldchimichangas, famous burgers, and salads, shakes, including and hand a full- 165 East Main Torrey, UT 84775 Sandwiches, Shakes, Malts, Indoor/Outdoor made onion rings. 435-425-3345435-542-3330 selection of breakfast menu items. 435-425-3710 Seating & Playground, Free Wifi
TorreyCountry Grill Café @ Thousand Lakes RV Park www.thousandlakesrvpark.com BestWestern homemade cookouts. pies Evenings, and soups. steaks, Breakfast pork, Subway Sandwiches Offers subs, 3 foot and 6 foot sandwiches. 1110289 N. West Main, Highway Loa, UT 24, 84747 Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] servedchicken all ribs, day. and Domestic ground buffaloand micro-brew burgers. 675 E. Hwy 24, Torrey, UT 84775 Sack lunches for buses. ATM on the premises. 435-425-3500435-836-2047 beerComplete available. meals. Reservations please. 435-425-3302 Name/Address/Phone Website/Email Discription Maria's Grill Over 30 flavors of shakes. A fine mix of Taco Time Burritos, tacos, enchiladas, nachos, 193 E. 300 S. Loa, UT 84747 American and authentic Mexican. Best 45 South Highway 12, Torrey, UT 84775 chimichangas, and salads, including a full 435-836-2760 burgers and fries. 435-425-3345 selection of breakfast menu items.
Tosconos Pizzeria www.thesnuggleinn.com Gourmet Pizza’s, Big Wraps, Fresh Salads, Torrey Grill @ Thousand Lakes RV Park www.thousandlakesrvpark.com Western cookouts. Evenings, steaks, pork, 55 South Main, Loa, UT 84747 Soups, Smoothies, and Espresso Bar. Open 1110 West Highway 24, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] chicken ribs, and ground buffalo burgers. 435-836-2500 Mon-Sat 11:00am-8:00pm. 435-425-3500 Complete meals. Reservations please.
Maria's Grill Over 30 flavors of shakes. A fine mix of 193 E. 300 S. Loa, UT 84747 American and authentic Mexican. Best 435-836-2760 burgers and fries.
Tosconos Pizzeria www.thesnuggleinn.com Gourmet Pizza’s, Big Wraps, Fresh Salads, 14 55 South Main, Loa, UT 84747 Soups, Smoothies, and Espresso Bar. Open15 435-836-2500 Mon-Sat 11:00am-8:00pm. SERVICES SERVICES
Mesa Farm Market Thousand Lakes Services Red Ridge Hair Design Wayne Community Health Center Auto Service / Fuel 128 South 300 West, Bicknell, UT 84715 Hwy 24 Mile Mrk 102, Caineville, UT 84775 Convenience Stores 950 West Hwy 24, Torrey, UT 84775 2070 E Highway 12, Torrey, UT 84775 435-425-3744 435-487-9711 435-456-9146 435-425-3196 435-425-3633 Blackburn’s Sinclair Blackburn Sinclair & Towing Torrey Texaco & Car Wash Sheri’s Hair Design Serenity Springs Assisted Living Bull Mountain Market 30 East 100 North, Hanksville, UT 84734 178 East Main, Bicknell, UT 84715 178 East Main, Bicknell, UT 84715 Jct. Hwys 12 & 24, Torrey, UT 84775 12 West Main Street, Torrey, UT 84775 151 East 300 South, Loa, UT 84747 435-542-3249 435-425-3432 435-425-3432 435-425-3345 435-425-3102 435-836-3600 M&D Auto Parts & Repair Wayne County Sheriff Royal’s Foodtown Hollow Mountain 390 West 100 North, Bicknell, UT 84715 Banking & Atm’s Churches 18 South Main, Loa, UT 84747 135 South Main, Loa, UT 84747 200 North Hwy 95, Hanksville, UT 84734 435-425-3280 435-836-2789 435-836-2841 435-542-3298
Silver Eagle Gas & Car Wash Stan’s Chevron Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Austin’s Chuckwagon General Store Stan’s Chevron, Convenience Store 351 South Hwy 24, Bicknell, UT 84715 350 South Hwy 95, Hanksville, UT 84734 Bicknell Chapel – 190 North 200 East Government Offices 12 West Main Street, Torrey, UT 84775 350 South Hyw 95, Hanksville, UT 84734 435-425-2700 435-542-2017 435-425-3461 435-425-3288 435-542-2017
Hanksville Shell Far West Bank Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints BLM Henry Mountain Field Station Phillips 66/Taft Travel Plaza 240 E. Highway 24, Hanksville, UT 84734 115 South Main, Loa, UT 84747 Fremont Chapel – 24 South 100 West 406 South 100 West, Hanksville, UT 84734 Fitness 675 East Hwy 24, Torrey, UT 84775 435-542-1050 435-836-2394 435-425-2862 435-542-3461 435-425-3302
Hollow Mountain Service Station Austin’s Chuckwagon Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Dixie National Forest The Power Plant Fitness Center Sinclair Travel Center 60 North Hwy 95, Hanksville, UT 84734 12 West Main, Torrey, UT 84775 Hanksville Chapel – 59 South Center 138 South Main Street, Loa, UT 84747 374 South 300 East, Bicknell, UT 84715 875 North Highway 24, Torrey, UT 84775 435-542-3298 435-425-3288 435-542-3201 435-836-2811 435-425-3331 435-425-3969 Hunt’s Service Repair & Towing Phillips 66/Taft Travel Plaza Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Fishlake National Forest Thousand Lakes Rv Park Convenience Store 90 East Main, Hanksville, UT 84734 Jct. of Hwys 12& 24, Torrey, UT 84775 Loa Chapel – 14 South 100 West 138 South Main Street, Loa, UT 84747 Kennels 1110 West Highway 24, Torrey, UT 84775 435-542-3241 435-425-3302 435-836-2322 435-836-2811 435-425-3500
JNB Welding Houseboat Haven Sandstone Inn & Restaurant Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Wayne County Courthouse Loa’s Ark Torrey Texaco & Taco Time Name/Address/Phone Website/Email Discription 10 S. Highway 95, Hanksville, UT 84734 Jct. of Hwys 12 & 24, Torrey, UT 84775 Lyman Chapel – 179 South Center Name/18 SouthAddress/ MainPhone Street, Loa, UT 84747 175 SouthWebsite/Email 800 West, Loa, UT 84747 JunctionDiscription of Hwys 12 & 24, Torrey, UT 84775 Taco435-542-3408 Time 435-425-3775 435-836-2706Burritos, tacos, enchiladas, nachos, Taco435-836-2765 Time 435-836-2413 435-425-3345Burritos, tacos, enchiladas, nachos, 45 South Highway 12, Torrey, UT 84775 chimichangas, and salads, including a full 45 South Highway 12, Torrey, UT 84775 chimichangas, and salads, including a full 435-425-3345Stan’s Chevron Churchselection of Jesus of breakfast Christ menuof Latter-day items. Saints 435-425-3345Canyonlands National Park selection of breakfast menu items. 350 South Hwy 95, Hanksville, UT 84734 Beauty Salon Torrey Chapel – 89 East Main Moab, UT 84532 Real Estate Video Rentals Torrey435-542-2017 Grill @ Thousand Lakes RV Park www.thousandlakesrvpark.com 435-425-3292Western cookouts. Evenings, steaks, pork, 435-259-7164Torrey Grill @ Thousand Lakes RV Park www.thousandlakesrvpark.com Western cookouts. Evenings, steaks, pork, 1110 West Highway 24, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] chicken ribs, and ground buffalo burgers. 1110 West Highway 24, Torrey, UT 84775 [email protected] chicken ribs, and ground buffalo burgers. 435-425-3500Brian Auto Parts & Service Changes by Desi FirstComplete Baptist Community meals. Reservations Church please. Capitol435-425-3500 Reef National Park Bonnie Kaufman Realtor - URA AquariusComplete Motel meals. Reservations please. 233 South Main, Loa, UT 84747 220 East 700 North, Loa, UT 84747 66 West Main, Torrey, UT 84775 HC 70 Box 15, Torrey, UT 84775 Torrey, UT 84775 292 West Main, Bicknell, UT 84715 Maria's435-425-2343 Grill 435-836-2793 435-425-3272Over 30 flavors of shakes. A fine mix of Maria's435-425-3791 Grill 435-491-0999 435-425-3835Over 30 flavors of shakes. A fine mix of 193 E. 300 S. Loa, UT 84747 American and authentic Mexican. Best 193 E. 300 S. Loa, UT 84747 American and authentic Mexican. Best 435-836-2760Brian’s Sinclair & Farm Service Center Just Teasin’ St. Anthonyburgers and of fries. the Desert Catholic Church 435-836-2760 Boulder Mountain Realty, Inc Blackburn’sburgers and Service fries. 24 hour Video Rental 33 East 300 South, Loa, UT 84747 64 West 300 North, Loa, UT 84747 600 North Sand Creek Road, Torrey, UT 84775 Laundromats 245 East Main Street, Torrey, UT 84775 178 East Main, Bicknell, UT 84715 Tosconos435-425-2884 Pizzeria 435-691-3921www.thesnuggleinn.com 435-425-3319Gourmet Pizza’s, Big Wraps, Fresh Salads, Tosconos Pizzeria 435-425-3200www.thesnuggleinn.com 435-425-3432Gourmet Pizza’s, Big Wraps, Fresh Salads, 55 South Main, Loa, UT 84747 Soups, Smoothies, and Espresso Bar. Open 55 South Main, Loa, UT 84747 Soups, Smoothies, and Espresso Bar. Open Ellet Service & Distribution 435-836-2500 Mane-E-Acs Hair Salon Mon-Sat 11:00am-8:00pm. 435-836-2500Austin’s Chuckwagon General Store Austin’sMon-Sat Chuckwagon 11:00am-8:00pm. General Store 241 North Main, Loa, UT 84747 45 South Main Suite 3, Loa, UT 84747 Emergency/Health 12 West Main Street, Torrey, UT 84775 Equipment Rentals 12 West Main Torrey, UT 84775 435-425-2884 435-836-2602 435-425-3288 435-425-3288
Phillips 66/Taft Travel Plaza The Beauty Mark Scott Anderson DDS Aquarius Motel & Restaurant Backcountry Outfitters 675 East Hwy 24, Torrey, UT 84775 89 West 200 South, Lyman, UT 84749 374 South 300 East, Bicknell, UT 84715 240 West Main Street, Bickneel, UT 84715 Jct. of Hwys 12 & 24, Torrey, UT 84775 Gift & Speciality Shops 435-425-3302 435-836-2017 435-425-3391 800-833-5379 435.425.2010 Sinclair Travel Center Capitol Clips Tri-County Veterinary Hospital Capitol Reef Four Wheel Drive Rentals Utah State Package Liquor Agency 875 North Highway 24, Torrey, UT 84775 1110 W. Hwy 24, Torrey, UT 84775 1045 W. Hatchery Road, Bicknell, UT 84715 Markets/Produce 1100 W. Highway 24 Torrey Ut. 84775 150 West Main, Bicknell, UT 84715 435-425-3956 435-425-3195 435-425-3487 435-425-3500 435-425-3040
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Historic Gifford Homestead & Store Robber’s Roost Books Located in Capitol Reef National Park 185 West Main Street, Torrey, UT 84775 435-425-3621 435-425-3265 Spend a week exploring our red rock formations, narrow canyons, pristine meadows, lush green val- leys and cool alpine forests. Each day start with a good breakfast and bring along water, sunscreen, Capitol Reef National Park VC Bookstore Stuff & More Located in Capitol Reef National Park 135 East Main Suite 105 Torrey, UT 84775 and snacks. If you are headed into the back-country you may want to bring along a box-box lunch, 435-425-3791 ext. 106 435-425-2111 otherwise plan on finding lunch at one of our local restaurants. Anderson Cabnits & Furnature The Flute Shop 471 N. SR72, Fremont, UT 84747 2650 South SR 12, Torrey, UT 84775 435-836-2372 435-425-3144 Day One- Capitol Reef National Park Day Five- Hike / Bike / Horseback / ATV / Fish - Visitor Center Tour - Choose your activity for today Fremont Furniture Co. – D. Jacobsen The Torrey Gallery - Travel the 10-mile Scenic Drive - Venture out with a guide/out tter (1/2 day or full day) 80 East Main Street, Torrey, UT 84775 325 East Hwy 72, Fremont, UT 84747 - Visit Historic Gi ord House Day Six- Caineville / Hanksville - Rock Hounding / Bu alo 435-836-2171 435-425-3909 - Drive To Goosenecks / Panorama Point - Visit Factory Butte just o highway 24 Henry Mountain Supply Lapidary Torrey Trading Post Day Two- Cathedral Valley - Visit BLM o ce in Hanksville for area information 150 South Center, Hanksville, UT 84734 25 West Main, Torrey, UT 84775 - Self guided auto tour to Cathedral Valley - Travel to Henry Mountains / View Bu alo or Rock hounding 435-542-3295 435-425-3716 - Pick up brochure from Cap. Reef Vis. Center Day Seven- Butch Cassidy Country / Goblin Valley / Lake Powell - (55 Mile Drive - Allow seven hours) - Drive to and then hike in Goblin Valley State Park Brian Farm Service Center - (Bring food / snacks / water for day-trip). - Hike the San Rafael Swell or Horseshoe Canyon / Pictographs 33 East 300 South Loa, UT 84747 - Drive to Lake Powell for boating, swimming, shing 435-836-2884 Day Three- Circle/Loop Around Waterpocket Fold - Travel on Highway 12 to town of Boulder Country Croppin - Visit Anasazi Village Museum 137 North Main, Loa, UT 84747 - Venture down Burr Tail across the fold 435-836-3017 - Take Notom Road back to highway 24 Creative Spirit Gallery & Gifts Day Four- Shopping / Pleasant Creek / Fish Lake Mountain 55 South Main, Loa, UT 84747 - Visit local galleries and gift shops 435-425-2898 - Pleasant Creek Trail Hiking (Byway 12) - Drive the scenic loop from Loa to Fish Lake Linda’s Floral & Gifts 33 South Main, Loa, UT 84747 435-836-2200
Loa Builders Supply 138 North Main, Loa, UT 84747 435-836-2751 Temperatures in Capitol Reef Country Elevations in Capitol Reef Country CastleRock Coffee and Candy Month Average High (F) Average Low (F) City/Town Elevation Jct. of Hwys. 12 & 24, Torrey, UT 84775 January 39 17 Bicknell 7,200 Ft 435-425-2100 February 46 24 Caineville 4,608 Ft Capitol Reef Southwestern Gift Shop March 56 31 Capitol Reef National Park 5,400 Ft 1110 West Hwy 24, Torrey, UT 84775 April 66 38 Fremont 7,200 Ft 435-425-3500 May 76 47 Grover 7,116 Ft June 86 56 Hanksville 4,300 Ft Gallery 24 July 91 62 Loa 7,045 Ft 135 East Main Street, Torrey, UT 84775 August 88 61 435-425-2124 Lyman 7,300 Ft September 80 53 Notom 5,236 Ft Prehistoric Artwear October 67 43 Teasdale 7,000 Ft 540 West Highway 24, Torrey, UT 84775 November 51 29 Torrey 6,800 Ft 435-425-3577 December 40 20
18 www.CapitolReef.travel 19 Wayne County Travel Council P.O. Box 7 Teasdale, UT 84773
Capitol Reef Country Unpack Once & Stay A While! is located in beautiful Wayne County, Utah. It is the former outlaw hide- away for Butch Cassidy and his gang the Wild Bunch. Come discover what Butch found so at- tractive about Utah’s least crowded and most sur- prising National Park, and the diverse surrounding landscape.
Stop by our visitor center at the junction of High- ways 12 and 24. Let our friendly and knowledge- able staff help you plan For more information visit an unforgettable trip. www.Capitol Reef.travel