Historic Waterpocket Fold corridor at the end of Capitol Reef’s Scenic Drive — a deep, nearly level canyon walk through Navajo and Kayenta walls once used by pioneer wagons. Pioneer register panels, the Tanks potholes spur, and Golden Throne views make it one of the park’s classic non-technical canyon experiences.
Field facts
| Region | Wayne County, UT |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 38.2229, -111.1384 |
| Park | Capitol Reef National Park |
| Setting | Waterpocket Fold canyon / historic wagon route |
| Access | Scenic Drive to Capitol Gorge road end (dirt, usually passenger-car when dry) |
| Nearby | Golden Throne trail / Cassidy Arch area west |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- Rec areaBurro Wash6 km away
- Rec areaCapitol Reef National Park11.6 km away
- CampgroundFRUITA CAMPGROUND11.6 km away
- CampgroundCapitol Reef Group Campground11.7 km away
- Rec areaSheets Gulch13.4 km away
- Rec areaSevier River15.1 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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