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Capitol Reef lies half-way between Bryce Canyon and Canyonlands. It is known for the geologic formation of the Waterpocket Fold, a major north-south running flap in the earth. A reef (named by the Mormons for a major obstacle) was uplifted along the west face of the fold, forming what is now called Capitol Reef. With the weather turning wet, we spent two nights at the Rim Rock Motel rather then taking a chance camping. A very wise decision since it rained nearly 1" during the night. |
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| View of Capitol Reef from Scenic Drive within the Park | |
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| Uplifted west-facing cliffs (Reef) run along the Waterpocket Fold | |
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| Capitol Gorge forms a break in the reef ridge | |
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| Dramatic colors and forms of Capitol Reef | |
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| Herb and Jay at Chimmney Rock | Geno at Gooseneck Overlook |
Hickman Bridge / Rim Overlook Hike In spite of threatening skies, we did a 7-mile hike to Hickman Bridge and to the Rim Overlook. |
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| At trailhead to Hickman Bridge and Rim Overlook | |
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| Views from below and above Hickman Bridge | |
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| Very heady views of the apple orchards from Rim Overlook | |
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| Looking west to visitor center below | |
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| Looking south with Waterpocket Fold running along base of Reef (cliff face) | |
Goblin Valley State Park We heard a lot of good things about Goblin Valley so we had to see it for ourselves. Now, this is the ultimate in geologic bizarro world. We just loved it. See for yourself. |
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| Don't know its real name but I called it the Three Stooges. They stand as guardians to the entrance to Goblin Valley. |
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| WOW! Looks like an army of invading aliens. | |
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| Weathering and erosion have produced mushroom shapes in the Entrada sandstone | |
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| The other three stooges | |
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| More goblins | |
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