Capitol Gorge Trail
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Capitol Gorge Trail
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The Capitol Gorge trail is a relatively flat hike to and through Capitol Gorge. This hike features historical remnants from two different eras of human history. When hiking, keep an eye out for ancient petroglyphs as well as the names of early pioneers etched in the rock.
Getting there
This trail begins at the Capitol Gorge Trailhead at the end of Capitol Gorge Road.
About
| Backcountry Campground | No |
| When to do | March to November |
| Pets allowed | No |
| Family friendly | Yes |
| Route Signage | Average |
| Crowd Levels | Moderate |
| Route Type | Out and back |
Capitol Gorge Trail
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Capitol Gorge Trail Description
The Capitol Gorge Trail is a relatively flat hike that features petroglyphs, pictographs, and pioneer etchings in Capitol Reef National Park. This trail gets hot in the afternoon sun, so be sure to bring along a good sunhat and lots of water for everyone in your hiking party. The Capitol Gorge trail is a good route for hikers of all abilities. When you are walking along, see if you can spot the faded petroglyphs and pictographs as well as the names of early pioneers etched in the wall. Please be respectful of these historical pieces—do not touch or lean against the petroglyphs and do not leave any markings of your own along the trail.
From the trailhead, follow the path eastward. You will see a divide about a mile in, the trail on your left leads to water tanks, keep right to stay on the Capitol Gorge Trail.
The Capitol Gorge Trail ends at the park boundary. When you reach this point turn around and follow your footsteps back to the trailhead. If you are looking for more to do, check out the Golden Throne Trail nearby.
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