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WHERE IS CAPITOL REEF NATIONAL PARK? We get asked this question often when talking to family and friends about the Red Sands Hotel. It is amazing that so many people have not been to or heard of Capitol Reef. For those that have experienced "the reef" pictures will never do it justice. You just have to experience it. Many people make the mistake of planning a trip to visit all 5 national parks and just stopping for the day in Capitol Reef National Park. Im going to give you 5

Capitol Reef National Park is your spot! The average temperatures range from 83-88 degrees Fahrenheit in June and July. The evenings are cool and drop to around 58-60 degrees Fahrenheit. Hiking and outdoor actives can be hot and exhausting when it's over 100 degree. Because Capitol Reef National Parks elevation ranges between 6,000 and 9,000 feet the summer months are a wonderful temperature. Along with the great temperatures you will also avoid the crowds! Capitol Reef is o