Capitol Reef National Park Complete Guide: Cassidy Arch, Hickman Bridge & the Scenic Drive

[@critters16]

I so appreciate this. I'm disabled and cannot go and see these wonderful places, so I appreciate you and this channel. Thank you!☺️

[@ThroughMyLens]

So glad the videos allow you to experience these amazing parks!

[@prowrestlingisart6742]

I really love all the trips you and Pops take together. So cool that you two get to share these memories together.

[@ThroughMyLens]

Us too! So many fun memories!

[@carolwillett5495]

I love that you’re doing these with you dad.

[@NereoSal]

You always bring back great memories of my trips in the US. This area specifically is amazing. I encourage everyone to travel, no matter how difficult it might seem. I'm heavily disabled, but yet, with the help of my friend who clicked on the "purchase ticket" button while I was in the bathroom (yes the idea of going to the US alone scared me and I didn't have the courage to click that button!) I managed to travel solo from Italy and enjoy driving through the beautiful south west scenery. There are pieces of my heart left between the Eastern Sierras and the White Sands National Park!

[@darleneatkinson6730]

Hi Nereo Salimbene, I am sad to read you are disable, my older brother is disable he hate it. But it happens he had a stroke in 2014 year. I am 64 years of age still able to walk, see, hear drive and many other things, but I still opt to watch Videos of great scenes because it saves on gas driving. I hope you get better.

[@ThroughMyLens]

So glad you were able to have that experience and that your friend helped you to take that step. Thanks for sharing that story with us!

[@JohnProthero]

Watching this video brings back memories of my last big trip with my late dad in 1994. We, too, went to Capitol Reef and ate dinner at the Pioneer Kitchen.

[@JaniceStewart863]

Oh my goodness. I would never be able to do that trail to the arch. Thank you for filming it so well, because it is the only way I would ever see it!

[@patkeen8668]

Great job! Love that you and your Dad can do things together.

[@kashadesjardins5152]

Thank you for sharing with us so beautiful trip to Capitol Reef.❤❤

[@LourdesGonzalez-gs8jj]

It really is a beautiful park! 🥰🥰❤️👍🙌I really enjoy all the trips with pops and all the great memories you have together. 🥹🥹👍💕

[@ThroughMyLens]

Me too, they have been so special!

[@MajorAddiction]

Thanks for sharing Josh & pops

[@bonnyseidel6029]

Thanks for the beautiful tour, I’d never heard of Capitol Reef NP before. It’s so nice that you are able to take these trips with your dad. Cherish them!

[@hikingelevated]

I can't wait to watch this. As you know, I'm a Utahn and the mighty five is epic. This park is my second favorite in Utah. I call it, "The Poor Man Zion" because it has similar trails and views. If you come back, you should do the Sulphur Creek Trail. Epic 5 mile point to point that takes you past 3 waterfalls I think. Def wanna watch out for flash flooding. This park I swear gets crazy intense with that in the summer monsoon season. All the best!

[@ThroughMyLens]

Thanks for the tip, I will have to check out that trail next time. Also, thanks for the warning on flash floods. That is always good to know

[@RelaxedRoamer]

I just want to say thanks for another wonderful walking tour. Enjoyed watching it 😍

[@scottemmons8691]

Thank you. I am planning a trip to the five parks next year and your little video gave me a great deal of information! Appreciated...

[@kaymad143]

I appreciate your videos of the National Parks; I am going there next year! I love our national parks! Your Dad looks so small on that trail!

[@melmicsim]

Great video! This is probably my favorite National Park, and definitely one of the more overlooked ones. The views are breathtaking.

[@rogue-jsh1913]

U did t watch the full thing yet it came out 12 min ago and it’s 18 min long

[@melmicsim]

@@rogue-jsh1913 Yes, I did. Did you? Apparently you had enough time to comment as well. I've actually been to this place several times as well.

[@ThroughMyLens]

It was an amazing park. I had never been before and I really enjoyed it!

[@miaionascu3808]

Thank you for sharing whit us. I am not able to hike so I'm happy that I can see all these beautiful places through your eyes.

[@riesenset]

We are from the Netherlands and visited Capitol Reef in the beginning of March this year and missed Pie by a week, bummer ! We did hike the Overlook trail and looked down from the trail at Hickman Bridge, but the views at the top are amazing, you should definitely do that one in the future. We always love your videos, keep them coming (and we will too be coming back to the USA)

[@reinholdvink2654]

Hadden jullie een camper? De Fruita campground vonden wij super.

[@riesenset]

@@reinholdvink2654Wij hadden een campervan, B21 van RoadBear. Fruita was zeker super, alleen in die periode veel wind en erg koud (wel verwarming in 1 toiletgebouw)

[@reinholdvink2654]

@@riesenset oja, wij waren in september, heerlijk weer. Wel verslaaft geworden aan Utah en noord Arizona, zooo mooi..

[@cathymckendrick5680]

I love Capitol Reef I miss Utah and the hikes we us used to do.

[@davefalls6703]

Very well done video. This is a vacation that I have been dreaming about for a long time. The information is priceless and again I thank you for an excellent video

[@MongoBongo271]

Great video! Next time you're in capitol reef I'd highly recommend sulphercreek pleasent creek and if you're really adventurous oak creek it's really hard to access though but the real beauty of capitol reef in my opinion is found in the surrounding area there's really no where else like it the eastern desert in the cainville area you'll find petrified forest and crazy rock formations that look out of this world and head west and you've got boulder mountain and fish lake national forest nestled right next to the park it's actually amazing how quick the environment goes from desert to forest it's my favorite part of Utah also the burr trail is a must do for the south end of the Park

[@bobdurna3588]

Love this park…was a big relief after contending with the crowds at Arches. I was there early June of last year and unfortunately was too late for pie…sold out. Great video - always enjoy the adventures with your dad.

[@ThroughMyLens]

Bummer that you missed the pie as well! I agree, it is a nice break from the Arches craziness haha. Arches is my video for next week but it was not busy when we were in the park in February.

[@jameswalker9002]

Brings back memories. We were there for a few days in the fall of 2021. Fortunately the pies were available. We had 3 cherries and a peach. Also got to pick apples and made apple sauce. Even though it is one of the less visited parks it was one of our favorites. Thanks for sharing. 👍🙏

[@2travelers667]

Amazing video! amazing trip!👍👍🌷🌷😍😍

[@Belindaontheroad]

I just got back from capital reef💜 I did the cathedral valley loop, the narrows, & Cassidy arch although it was so windy when we reached the top🙈 😍 definitely one of my favorite parks 👍🏼🙌🏼

[@ThroughMyLens]

So glad you got to experience it, its such a special place

[@andrelliev1268]

The pies are to die for. We were supposed to share but ordered two with the ice cream. Loved the hike to Cassidy Arch at sunset and gorge was awesome. I stood on the arch like you did ♥️. The visitor center closes at 4pm, so we didn't get our Capitol Reef magnet and souvenirs 😭. Thanks for taking us back there!

[@sdtayw]

The pie is great! The ice cream is good too. Definitely get pie' all kinds!!

[@outbackwack368]

Thanks! This was one of our favorite parks by far. Such a cool, underrated park! The hour-long ranger led geology hike was awesome! And the peach pie was great! We drove in from Escalante, where we took in Grand Staircase, Bryce and Zion as well for 10 days. Such a treasure!

[@ThroughMyLens]

Oh man peach pie sounds so good!

[@dsanchez9703]

Man, that looks beautiful.

[@ThroughMyLens]

It really is!

[@markyuen2312]

Simply amazing. Never knew the Capitol Reef National Park even existed. I have to go visit now. And, the Trout and eggs breakfast looks delicious, too.

[@ThroughMyLens]

You would love it, it's a great park

[@andreajohnson1796]

Breathtaking, natural wonders of the world

[@ThroughMyLens]

Agree, Utah is stunning!

[@jonimceachern9284]

Thank you for this awesome review. Heading here in a few weeks, camping at Fruita campground. Super excited.

[@johnpyle6860]

I have never heard of this place until today!

[@fluffyotter1601]

Beautiful…..Utah is my favorite state!

[@Purplehue63]

Utah is so beautiful ❤

[@randallgd]

Thanks for takin us along!

[@ThroughMyLens]

No problem!

[@kountrygurl87]

I grew up in one of the nearby towns in Wayne County where Capitol Reef is located. I promise you, Capitol Reef is the best of the national parks, and I promise I have absolutely no bias whatsoever ;)

[@ThroughMyLens]

haha sounds like you can be trusted for sure!

[@kendrasmith6637]

😊 new subscriber today. I love to travel but can’t afford much traveling right now. So fun to go along with you. Thanks 🎉

[@elisabti8370]

Amazing place very unique and Beautiful Photography. Thank you for Sharing.

[@ThroughMyLens]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Roadtosomethingnew1]

The views there alone are fantastic

[@beriblonde]

The best video I've seen of Capitol Reef. Thanks! And I'm still so in love with Pops. :)

[@ThroughMyLens]

So glad you enjoyed the video and I am glad you love pops as well haha

[@travelwithpops]

@Trish ML HAHA you are kind!

[@stevesalter1138]

Thanks! As always, top notch and super helpful. I’m here now.

[@stevejordan2840]

The cherry pie is amazing. Actually the apple pie is pretty amazing also. Those are the only two I tried.

[@rhondaz356]

Your videos are so awesome. That park is a "well kept secret". Excellent job, as always, very interesting. 👏🤠🤠👏

[@ThroughMyLens]

Thank you so much 😀

[@andyadventures2841]

Amazing Landscape ❤️

[@jamesgodde2145]

Great video! Thanks!

[@kevperz]

We love your national park guides. Used the Pinnacles one on our recent trip. keep up the good work

[@johneason6540]

Nice video guys, as always. I was just there the first time in April, pue house was closed that day too ??? On your first hike to the arch, the trail splits to Navajo Nubbs, an excellent view point, highest is the park. Its an amazing park.

[@lindakramer6410]

You have great subjects to film, but your photography is amazing! Really enjoy the commentary, too.

[@ThroughMyLens]

Really appreciate that!

[@hikingwithjackieboy]

Absolutely beautiful

[@kw2764]

Great! I can't wait to visit

[@jodybouchereau9393]

Your a great commentator I really enjoy your videos. Thankyou for sharing

[@ThroughMyLens]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@kellyjohnson3617]

Awesome! I really have wanted to explore this area of Utah. You e given me som3 ideas of things to do and see. The scenic drive is amazing. Totally want to go now

[@ThroughMyLens]

More to come with Canyonlands, Arches and the full Utah road trip!

[@smilee051]

Love your channel! We got some pie and it was delicious! Their jams are awesome too. You must return 🙂

[@martinjdesmond]

Our family visited Capitol Reefs NP two years ago. As other people have commented, the park is under-rated so there is always lots of space to get away from crowds.

[@beebeesfuntasticadventures6110]

You are lucky to be visiting all these amazing places, I enjoy your videos, well edited.

[@ThroughMyLens]

Thank you very much!

[@petermgruhn]

I caught "Kaibab LZimestone" out the corner of my eye and went to research it cuz I was thinking... and after my research I come back to your video and right there "See, here it is on Grand Canyon." Props to the sign makers.

[@cIowntay]

Love you channel, love your trips. Next time you do Capitol Reef, you have to do the Cathedral Valley Loop. That's where all the very coolest stuff is. You'll need a high clearance vehicle but it's stunning. It's an all day trip to some of the craziest things I've ever seen. During certain times of year, it's closed due to snow or water but we have gone a few times in may and it's perfect.

[@lornahardin4563]

Well Josh you took me on another great hike. I loved it, would have loved some pie though.

[@ThroughMyLens]

haha glad you liked it and me too!

[@MountainFisher]

That Bridge is in solid Limestone, a lot harder than sandstone and very dense, like chert. I'm surprised at how many people think it's all sandstone. Reefs are made of limestone. Area used to be underwater and a reef grew on top of the sandstone. Second bridge was partially sandstone looked to me.

[@PatrickRU1992]

mixed berry pie was life changing

[@ThroughMyLens]

Dang, now I have to go back!

[@DavidHaney1]

I wish you had a Patreon Account with a $1 a month support tier so I can donate & support you. I'm retired on fixed social security but I can definitiely afford $1 a month to show my sincerest appreciation for all your fantastic hard work. Thank you so much for producing such great content. I always look forward every week to see what you do. I love the ones with your twins and great spots to check out in the city, and also the road trips and hiking trails like this one. Love the stories, thank you so much. Please think about setting up a Patreon Account and a low tier for us low income people and a high teir for the richer peeps. I bet there are a lot of peeps like me who want to support you.

[@ThroughMyLens]

Really appreciate your comment and wanting to support the channel! I will look into this for the future but honestly just saying that means a lot to me!

[@rickroy4706]

There's a button titled $ Thanks above where you can donate money.

[@DavidHaney1]

@@rickroy4706 i prefer Patreon

[@jphan21]

I love getting their Pies, but last trip in March I came too late and they were sold out. Thanks for these videos. I've been here 3 times before, but you cover so much info, so I"m always learning more things.

[@ThroughMyLens]

Glad you got to try the pies before but bummer they were sold out last time!

[@barbaramadson3538]

Had the apple pie and it was one of the best I ever had. Got it Ala mode which made it even better. Awesome park that I need to get back to. You did some trails I didn't have time to do. Also recommend the Calf Creek Falls trail in Escalante NM if you get back that way.

[@395er]

Another well done video! What month did you visit these locations? So cool you travel with Pops!

[@bluewaveproductions4017]

I was there too! If you were at some places there at the exact time, I would see you!

[@paulreyes660]

Great video! Thank you so much! What month was this?

[@soupysoup931]

this shit's so cool and awesome to look at

[@drumnerd65]

I know it's all business (for the most part) for your videos, but maybe add some more pops commentary as well, so as to get both takes and get more interactions between you two. More insight into your relationship/dynamic with each other would up the anty of intruigue and add a slight bit more comedic relief, since I can tell you both have interesting personalities/backgrounds (unlike many travel videographers). Overall, FANTASTIC videos my friend, as you're doing the Lord's work for us aspiring travelers!

[@uwlwsrpm]

Thanks for doing this video, I really want to do Cassidy Arch when I visit this April. Unfortunately, since I will be driving a rental car, I will be forced to begin from the northeast, paved entrance to the Grand Wash, where you were picked up by your father I believe. I was checking AllTrails to get a preview of the length and elevation gain. While the length was pretty similar at around 8 miles round trip, the elevation gain from various gps tracks submitted by other hikers were all over the place. Ranging from around 1200 ft, to 1500ft, to above 2000+ft! I have to imagine it was the canyon walls messing with the gps readings. Could I get your opinion on how flat the grand wash portions were and how much elevation gain you probably went through this entire hike? Thanks so much!

[@InterstateKyle]

Awesome video as always! Every one of utah’s national parks is a gem! If you don’t mind me asking, what microphone do you use to record the background audio for your videos? It just sounds so crisp and clear!

[@ThroughMyLens]

I actually don't use a microphone anymore haha. I just use the audio out of my camera. I only carry my mic for when it is really windy

[@InterstateKyle]

@@ThroughMyLens WOW! I would have never thought! Thank you for getting back to me. Completely blows my mind that it's audio right from the camera! It sounds so professional sounding I never would have guessed otherwise!

[@lenhister]

Hi thanks for the video. What month did you visit?

[@iyot1020]

damn it now i have to go back to mighty 5

[@msmichele900]

I love your videos what time of year did you go?

[@kevinstrahle9687]

Great video Josh. I hope to get to that area some day. So what month did you go? Doesn't look very crowded. Thanks for the tour

[@ThroughMyLens]

I hope you get there as well! We did all of the Mighty 5 Utah parks in February.

[@BeautyOnEarth]

nice video

[@Photoncraft]

Thanks for this video. i need to add another point to visit.

[@eileenmori8560]

We were there about a month ago and the Capitol Gorge was our favorite. Did you hike to the petroglyphs in the gorge?

[@ThroughMyLens]

No we didn't get to see those, I will have to go back!

[@menno7349]

Visited there a few years ago. When hiking i missed a warning sign about killer bees. They were right under the Hickman bridge, so i never got a good look at it as i had to run like crazy. Did get a pie to make up for it though, so that's still a win. The area is beautiful in summer when it's all green.

[@ThroughMyLens]

Oh wow, that is crazy about the bees! Glad you got to try the pie at least!

[@betaiotaiotabetainc6249]

hey nice video

[@HishamMahmudinOC]

@5:55, Did you notice how that massive rock formation looks like a submarine?

[@birdman5223]

Wow👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@cf5914]

Melted structures everywhere

[@MichaelHorne-mc7nm]

Josh, what time is year did you all do this trip? And where did you stay?

[@indylaura99]

Could you suggest a few national parks that would be great just for driving. My husband and I can walk some but definitely not a hike. We loved Yellowstone and grand tetons because we could drive for hours and see so much. With a few viewpoints here and there.

[@ThroughMyLens]

Yosemite is pretty great for driving, especially the high country with Tioga Pass. Lots of pull outs for views. The valley is hard to drive since the road is not long but the views are impressive there as well. The drive into Kings Canyon in the summer is a stunning one as well. Hope that helps!

[@indylaura99]

@@ThroughMyLens thank you

[@cindykuhlman2927]

We really enjoyed the Zion scenic highway. The day we arrived at Zion, my husband pulled a muscle in his back and could barely walk. Our planned hikes were out of the question for a day or two. We spent one whole morning driving the scenic highway and stopping at the many pull outs and overlooks. It was beautiful and is one of my favortite memories from that trip.

[@indylaura99]

@@cindykuhlman2927 thank you

[@dianen6638]

All the pies is worth coming back to Capitol Reef😉

[@Green-Andy]

Have you been to Olympic National Park? It's a wonderful Park in the PNW and I would love if you visit there.

[@ThroughMyLens]

I hope to go later this year!

[@Green-Andy]

@@ThroughMyLens I recommend going to a either hot spring called Sol Duc or hiking trail called Lover's Lane Loop. Its a 6mile hike and I believe a backcountry trail connected to it.

[@matthewsell6612]

When did you go? Wondering why it was cold.

[@Ellangellemni]

Pops and the Cassidy Arch Trail reminds me of the system I have put in place for people whole love hiking, but are not fans of heights! LOL It is called the "Five Fucks Trail Scale". After years of hiking in Alaska, and not being able to continue in some places, I happened to sign up for a 14-day float of the Grand Canyon. Prior to the float, I spent all my time frightened of the rapids. But once we made our first stop at South Canyon and went on the hike, I realized I needed to make my fear of heights known. So, I asked our wonderful guide, Cory, "Uh. So. How many "fucks" is this hike?" "What do you mean?" "Well, I guess it's a one-to-five scale. One fuck, meaning I'm uncomfortable, but I can do it. Three fucks, meaning I'm pretty scared, but can still do it. And five fucks, meaning I have to dig into the pit of my soul, hate anyone who encourages me, and, don't push me, I will give up and any point and go back!" Another guest said, "Oh, I totally get that." By the end of the float, the guides were using the scale on their own. "So. We're coming up on Deer Creek Canyon, and the this is probably a four fucks trails for some of you." It was. But I'm glad I made it. And thus, the Five Fucks Trail Scale was born. Pops would appreciate it, I'm sure. As would many of your viewers. LOL

[@ruthbrown9060]

I want to go back

[@Inspirewithdrones3342]

Do you have to make reservations to visit this national park?

[@StacheEsq]

Hail to the Orange, Hail to the Blue!

[@travelwithpops]

@StacheEsq HAHA Yep!

[@nettiherawati8451]

Can we drive minivan there?? Thanks

[@C-TOS]

I heard of the old school site a while ago. I wonder if they had a better life with so little resources and people compared to the bustling of the modern times.

[@ThroughMyLens]

I wonder how it would have been like back then as well

[@neverhomepnw]

Call me crazy but I enjoyed this park more than Zion. And yes, I hiked to the top of Angels Landing and walked through The Narrows.

[@ThroughMyLens]

They are both amazing, it is hard to beat the Narrows in Zion though, some parts of that canyon are mind blowing.

[@WhoaNellieRVAdventures]

👍👍👍

[@intuitivewisdomtoday]

So, random comment I hope is helpful. Recently, my son who had a KZbin Channel passed away. The channel is "Video Insights" I saw some really terrible comments and comments that were worded badly. Also, random comments that did not make sense. Then, I found out there are "bots" designed just to put mean things in comment sections. So, if you see someone making negative comments about your restaurant adventures, they may not be real at all. So, do not let it bother you. This is why Elon Musk put buying Twitter on hold until he can find out how many of the accounts are fake. I greatly enjoy your channel. It is inspiring me to follow my own travel adventures. Thank you.

[@RTCIvory]

But did you drive Hwy 12? ??

[@ThroughMyLens]

Yep, it was beautiful. Will be in the full video of the entire Utah road trip for sure

[@matthewbliven2795]

Good pie 🥧 it's no Julian though.

[@ThroughMyLens]

Good to know, Julian pie is amazing

[@carteunu467]

These sights are lost civilizations. The City of Giants. Just like Sedona, Petra, Hegra, Grand Canyon, Ardèche France, Siberian planes etc.