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Capitol Reef National ParkCapitol Reef Visitor Center and the Castle formation
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Capitol Reef National Park
Camping in Capitol Reef
Fruita Campground, located 1 1/2 miles south of the visitor center

The Fruita Campground is located in the historic district along the Fremont River

Developed Camping
The 71-site Fruita campground is the only developed campground in the park, located south of the visitor center in the Fruita Historic District. 

Primitive Campgrounds
The no-fee Cathedral and Cedar Mesa Primitive Campgrounds, located in more remote parts of the park, have pit toilets and picnic tables, but no water.

Group Campsite
The Group Site is available by reservation and can accommodate a maximum of 40 people.

Backcountry Camping
A free backcountry permit is required for camping outside of campgrounds.
Two cars passing in Capitol Gorge, Circa 1939  

Did You Know?
Metal bars supporting telephone lines were installed in Capitol Gorge in 1911 providing telephone service to the ranching community east of Capitol Reef National Park. State Highway 24 was an unpaved road through Capitol Gorge until 1962, when it was re-routed along the Fremont River and paved.

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Last Updated: May 24, 2007 at 13:03 EST