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Cottonwoods in fall color along Sulphur Creek.

NPS

Below are some suggested ways to spend your time. If you have:

One Hour or Two:

• Stop at the visitor center and watch the park movie, "Watermark."
• Take a short hike, such as Hickman Bridge.
• Tour the Scenic Drive (approximately 90 minutes round trip).
• Visit the petroglyph panel, historic schoolhouse, or the Gifford House Store and Museum to enjoy fresh baked pie when in season!
• Pick some delicious fruit when in season.
• Join a ranger for a program.

One Day:

• Take a longer hike, such as Cohab Canyon or Chimney Rock.
• Join a ranger-guided walk, talk, evening program or astronomy program.
• Become a Junior Ranger. Booklets are available at the visitor center.
• Borrow a Family Fun Pack and learn about the park through family-oriented games and activities.
• Tour the North District/Cathedral Valley or the South District/Waterpocket District. Check at the visitor center for current road conditions or call 435-425-3791.

Several Days:

• Combine several day trip options.
• Hike the shorter trails and routes in the South/Waterpocket District or North/Cathedral Valley.
• Enjoy the park's pristine night sky by stargazing. Night sky charts are available at the visitor center.
• Backpack into remote areas of the park and experience solitude and quiet. Check for current weather, road, and trail conditions at the visitor center. A free backcountry permit is required for overnight backcountry use.