Capitol Reef National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Discover the hidden gem of Utah’s national parks! This self-guided driving tour takes you through the colorful, awe-inspiring Capitol Reef. This park is home to hundreds of millions of years of history as well as tons of fantastic hikes and vistas. Plus, dig into the long, surprising history of the park’s human inhabitants, from the ancient tribes to the Mormon pioneers scraping out a life in one of the most remote parts of America. After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
Departure Point
- After booking the tour, search your emails for "self-guided tour." Your tour is VALID FOR ONE YEAR so follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.
Return Details
- Capitol Reef Closure: Effective May 20, 2024, Scenic Drive is closed just south of the campground to Capitol Gorge. The road is expected to reopen at the end of October.
Duration
1 hour - 2 hours
Languages Available
- Audio guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Goosenecks Overlook
Utah
The first major landmark you'll encounter are the Twin Rocks, a funky rock formation that people swear looks exactly like a pair of human molars. Take a look and decide for yourself! Note: This 17+ -mile-long tour covers the essentials of Capitol Reef in 2-3 hours. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Capitol Reef National Park
Utah
Next comes Chimney Rock, a bright red pillar of rock that looks like a chimney. Here, you'll also find a great, 3-mile hiking trail to start your trip.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Cohab Canyon Trailhead
Torrey, UT 84775
If Panorama Point left you wanting more, you'll find it up next at Goosenecks Overlook.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Grand Wash Trailhead
Utah 24, Torrey, UT 84775
You'll arrive next at the Fluted Wall, a cool cliff face which actually offers a look back in time... up to 240 million years!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Teasdale
Teasdale, UT 84773
As you drive, you'll also notice The Castle looming over you. This imposing rocky fortress is sure to inspire awe in any traveler!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Capitol Gorge Trailhead
Torrey, UT 84775
The visitor center is up next, a great place to stop if you need snacks, a restroom, or just a quick break to get your bearings.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Fluted Wall
Torrey, UT 84775
Continuing on, you'll also pass the Ripple Rock Nature Center, which offers some great educational opportunities for younger visitors.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Behunin Cabin
Torrey, UT 84775
After that you'll come to the Gifford Homestead, a perfectly preserved slice of what life was like for the early Mormon pioneers who founded this tiny, remote town.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Pioneer Register
Capitol Gorge Road, Torrey, UT 84775
Beyond that is the Fruita Barn, offering a similar glimpse back in time.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Fruita Schoolhouse
Utah 24, Torrey, UT 84775
Then you'll arrive at the Cohab Canyon Trailhead, which leads to some stunning canyons with a seriously strange history.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Capitol Reef Sign / Orientation Pullout
Torrey, UT 84775
Continuing on, you'll reach the top of Danish Hill, which boasts some of the best views of the entire park.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Torrey Petroglyphs
Utah Highway 24, , Torrey, Utah
Ferns Nipple is a 7,065-foot elevation summit located in Capitol Reef National Park, in Wayne County of Utah, United States. This iconic landmark is situated 4 mi southeast of the park's visitor center.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Fruita
Utah State Route 24, Utah
Beyond that is the Slickrock Divide, a sort of miniature continental divide which helps ensure flora in the Reef is able to flourish.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center
16 Scenic Drive, Utah
The Golden Throne is a 7,041-foot mountain in Capitol Reef National Park in Wayne County, Utah, United States. It is a rock formation dome made of a gold color stained Navajo Sandstone, which is particularly special because normally the sandstone is creamy white or red.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Chimney Rock Trail
, , Utah
As you continue, you'll come to the Capitol Gorge Trailhead. This is one of the most popular trails in the park for a reason. It doesn't just lead down into a gorgeous canyon, but also boasts some ancient petroglyphs along the way!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Gifford Homestead
, , Utah
Returning to the north side of the park, you'll get another look at life for the residents of Fruita at the Fruita Schoolhouse, where children of all ages were taught by a 12 year-old!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Ripple Rock Nature Center
Next, you'll have the chance to see some ancient petroglyphs for yourself. Some of these ancient drawings are pretty clear, but others have meanings that are yet to be deciphered!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Hickman Bridge Trail
Utah
The next trail, the Hickman Bridge Trail, leads to a truly astonishing part of the landscape--a natural bridge. Much like a natural stone archway, the bridge at the end of this trail seems to defy gravity itself!
Duration: 5 minutes
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and text with instructions: • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password • Download the tour MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular Works offline after download
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
- Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
- Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
- Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
Exclusions
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Redemption Instructions
Set your tour up NOW ahead of your trip, while in wifi/cell signal. Do not wait until your travel date, your tour is VALID FOR ONE YEAR.
1. Find The Setup Instructions NOW:
- Email: Search for “Action Tour Guide” with a subject line "Your tour operator sent you a message.". Check All Mail and Spam.
- Text: Search for “Action Tour Guide” sent from 14159804997.
- Viator App Messages: Viator App > Bookings > View Voucher > Contact Tour Operator
- TripAdvisor App Messages: TripAdvisor App > Account > Messages
Can’t find it? Ask Action Tour Guide to resend: actiontourguide.com/redeem/
2. Download The Tour NOW:
You MUST follow the instructions and download your tour BEFORE traveling to the site over WiFi/cellular. Do NOT wait until your travel date to download the tour.
Your tour is VALID FOR ONE YEAR. The tour is not tied to your travel date and is valid any day, any time for multiple visits for one year from your purchase date.
3. Audio Tour Tips
Not familiar with Action Tour Guide’s audio tours? Watch a short video: actiontourguide.com/tutorial
Important Note: Your purchase is for the audio tour ONLY. It does not include entrance tickets to parks or attractions.
CarPlay and Android Auto are not yet supported. Connect your phone via Bluetooth, USB, or Aux for audio. Use the phone speakers if needed.
Valid For One Year: Use your audio tour anytime, any day over the next 12 months. No need to change your booking if your travel date changes.
Support: Action Tour Guide is here to help! For quick answers read the Action Tour Guide website FAQs at actiontourguide.com/faq. For further help, call Action Tour Guide at 1315-291-0634, chat online at actiontourguide.com, or email support@actiontourguide.com.
⚠️ Winter Closures:
Capitol Reef: The park is generally open in the winter, but some roads may be impassable due to snow.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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