my new favorite | CAPITOL REEF NATIONAL PARK | NP #6 of 63

Watch us explore one of the most underrated National Parks! Capitol Reef surprised us all with its sandstone canyons, 1000s of fruit trees, and fresh baked pies that are absolutely delicious. Join me and the Ikes Hikes team as we take on my new favorite park :)
Established in 1971, Capitol Reef is located in a remote part of Southern Utah. The closest city is Torrey, and they have a couple nice coffee shops and gas stations there. The park itself was breathtaking! We asked the Park Ranger which trails he recommended, so with only one day to explore, we chose the best bang for our buck: Cohab Canyon and Hickman Bridge trails. We refueled with fresh baked pie and oranges before hitting the trailhead that was right next to the Fruita campground. This area was incredibly peaceful and ~chill~
If you are traveling to Capitol Reef National Park I would recommend spending 2-3 days here, instead of 24 hours like we did. It is right in the middle of the BIG 5 parks in Utah, so you will likely drive past it if in the area. Between the Cohab Canyon, Hickman Bridge, Fruita, Gifford House, and the scenic drive - we had a great time here and I will DEFINITELY be back!
The Ikes Hikes team is so grateful for you - we hope you enjoy the video and are inspired to travel to Capitol Reef and see the fruit trees for yourself!
Videography and content produced by Kyra Rahn ‪@kyrarahn‬
Original music written and produced by Dillon Spurlin ‪@Spurlinthemusic‬
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Facts about Capitol Reef:
▸ Large fruit orchards are the more unexpected features of Capitol Reef. Mormon pioneers planted these trees in the Fruita area starting in the 1880s. You can pick the fruit, in season!
▸ The remote Waterpocket Fold area was the last land to be mapped and charted in the continental United States.
▸ 1.4 million visitors in 2021
▸ 378 square miles
For more information, visit the NPS Site for this park: www.nps.gov/brca/index.htm
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[@nrm1760]

I think it’s one of my favorite places. It’s so beautiful and so depressed good memories.

[@reneejones7807]

Love those smiles. Keep on rockin it.

[@phasermarketing1730]

So awesome 😎

[@LivRassy21]

Capital Reef was amazing! This video is so well done and informative.

[@ikes_hikes]

Thanks Liv!!

[@Deadwoods101]

What a great Video!!!! Keep it up you guys!!

[@ikes_hikes]

We Appreciate it Reece 💪🏽

[@MovingToAdventure]

such an underrated park!

[@ikes_hikes]

Right?!

[@michaelfitzgerald434]

I've seen 40+ National Parks, Capitol Reef is by far my favorite

[@ikes_hikes]

Agreed!

[@eliparker6641]

Witnessed the moment isaac fell in love with the espresso maker

[@ikes_hikes]

Yes sir 😂

[@cre8tivity06]

Is the free roam app called something else now? I’m not seeing it

[@connerfroke3624]

not a single spongebob reference throughout this entire video is a criminal miss especially at 4:22

[@ikes_hikes]

I know 🤦‍♂️

[@terkuenma7386]

Where is this capital reef National park sign located ?

[@ikes_hikes]

West of the park entrance on Utah State Route 24. You should see it in between the town of Torrey and Chimney rock!

[@karenbrileybalkan3694]

Don't touch the rock art! The oil on your hand damages the pictograph