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- Visit Chimney Rock Canyon one of the most beautiful hikes in the park
- Drive to fabulous views of the towering sandstone walls, ancient Anasazi Petroglyph and enjoy beautiful cottonwoods in full color
- Visit to Capitol Reef National Park and enjoy panoramic views of Glen Canyon and Lake Powell.
- Enjoy a short hike to world famous Newspaper Rock, one of the longest panels of Anasazi petroglyphs and pictographs
- Explore the gentle, but beautiful canyon geology of Courthouse Wash
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- 7 nights lodging (double occupancy)
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a hearty breakfast, we’ll head west to Capitol Reef National Park. On our drive we'll pass through Hite, Utah, and enjoy panoramic views of Glen Canyon and Lake Powell. Hickman Bridge and its ancient petroglyphs give us a glimpse into the park’s human history
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Pleasant Creek is our destination today. Located off the Park’s Scenic Drive, this gentle trail follows Pleasant Creek to the east edge of Capitol Reef. Our day includes fabulous views of the towering sandstone walls, ancient Anasazi Petroglyphs, beautiful cottonwoods in full color, hopefully, and gorgeous views alone the entire route.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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