Fruita Campground — Capitol Reef National Park
Amy B.
Reviewed May. 29, 2018

Shaded, backs to an orchard. Near amphitheater.

Site is shaded and backs to a beautiful orchard. Picnic table and fire ring supplied and close to the bathrooms. No showers. A short walk and you can buy cinnamon rollls, several flavors of fruit pies, and sourdough bread at the Gifford House. Items sell out by 1:00 PM. Pie flavors included: cherry, apple, peach, mixed berry, and strawberry-rhubarb.

We enjoyed the 2 mile hike to Hickman Bridge just after sunrise when we had the trail to ourself. By 8 AM more people were joining us.

The roadside overlook at Panoramic Point at sunset was breathtaking. The short hikes from this trailhead were easy and quick to take in

The 10 mike scenic drive down the water pocket fold was easy to navigate. There are several pull outs for pictures. We didn’t attempt the dirt road which leads deeper into the Gorge. I would have loved to drive this slot Canyon with a 4 wheel drive vehicle, although we did see many two wheel drives making the attempt and succeeding.

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  • Review photo of Fruita Campground — Capitol Reef National Park by Amy B., May 29, 2018
  • Review photo of Fruita Campground — Capitol Reef National Park by Amy B., May 29, 2018
  • Review photo of Fruita Campground — Capitol Reef National Park by Amy B., May 29, 2018
  • Review photo of Fruita Campground — Capitol Reef National Park by Amy B., May 29, 2018
  • Review photo of Fruita Campground — Capitol Reef National Park by Amy B., May 29, 2018
  • Review photo of Fruita Campground — Capitol Reef National Park by Amy B., May 29, 2018