The following pictures of Capital Reef NP were were taken in late August 2009. It was our second visit to this little known park. Our first visit was a quick drive through in 2007 and I vowed then that I would return and check out the park in more detail. Capital Reef NP is a strange name since there is no capital or reef nearby. Early settlers thought that a white sandstone mountain in the region looked like the capital and the high rock ridges caused by a geological "water pocket" rock layer fold blocked folks from traversing the area like a "reef"
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As we all know, the three most important rules of real estate are "location, location, location." Note the small rancher's cabin on the rim of the canyon. What a view to wake up to each morning or to view at sunset.
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As we all know, the three most important rules of real estate are "location, location, location." Note the small rancher's cabin on the rim of the canyon. What a view to wake up to each morning or to view at sunset.
Here is another small cabin with a beautiful view near Capital Reef NP.
An amphitheater-like erosion of rock from a cliff near the park.
This is Utah route 24 which runs right through the park. Utah routes 24 and 12 (connected) are, without a doubt, among the most scenic highways in America.
Our trusty 2009 Honda Odyssey
More cliffs
Desert like environment
Chimney Rock
Took this, and the following three photos the following morning.
I thought the reflected light on the rock was pretty interesting as it gave it a different color from the rock in the shadows.
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