Capitol Reef National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
- 1–2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Discover the hidden gem of Utah’s national parks! This self-guided driving tour takes you through the colorful, awe-inspiring Capitol Reef. This park is home to hundreds of millions of years of history as well as tons of fantastic hikes and vistas. Plus, dig into the long, surprising history of the park’s human inhabitants, from the ancient tribes to the Mormon pioneers scraping out a life in one of the most remote parts of America. After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
Inclusions
What's included
- Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
- Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
- Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
- Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
- Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
- Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
- One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
- Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
- Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
- Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
What's not
- No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
Itinerary
The first major landmark you'll encounter are the Twin Rocks, a funky rock formation that people swear looks exactly like a pair of human molars. Take a look and decide for yourself! Note: The tour is over 30.5 miles long, with more than 35+ audio stories, and takes about 1-2 hours to complete. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
Next comes Chimney Rock, a bright red pillar of rock that looks like a chimney. Here, you'll also find a great, 3-mile hiking trail to start your trip.
If Panorama Point left you wanting more, you'll find it up next at Goosenecks Overlook.
You'll arrive next at the Fluted Wall, a cool cliff face which actually offers a look back in time... up to 240 million years!
As you drive, you'll also notice The Castle looming over you. This imposing rocky fortress is sure to inspire awe in any traveler!
The visitor center is up next, a great place to stop if you need snacks, a restroom, or just a quick break to get your bearings.
Continuing on, you'll also pass the Ripple Rock Nature Center, which offers some great educational opportunities for younger visitors.
After that you'll come to the Gifford Homestead, a perfectly preserved slice of what life was like for the early Mormon pioneers who founded this tiny, remote town.
Beyond that is the Fruita Barn, offering a similar glimpse back in time.
Then you'll arrive at the Cohab Canyon Trailhead, which leads to some stunning canyons with a seriously strange history.
Continuing on, you'll reach the top of Danish Hill, which boasts some of the best views of the entire park.
Ferns Nipple is a 7,065-foot elevation summit located in Capitol Reef National Park, in Wayne County of Utah, United States. This iconic landmark is situated 4 mi southeast of the park's visitor center.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Start at 79 E 1600 S, Torrey, UT 84775, near Chuckwagon Lodge. The lodge and store are on your left, Torrey Trading Post on your right. We’re not affiliated with nearby businesses, so their staff won’t have tour info. The audio starts automatically as you pass. Check your email/text for details.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Guide With Action
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Check current road conditions before your visit.
- Park entrance fees apply. Check the latest fee information before visiting.
- Kindly note that a park pass is required to visit Capitol Reef National Park, and it is not included with this tour.
- Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
- Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
- At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
How it compares in USA, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 80% below the median of the 2274 experiences we list in USA, outside the cities.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 275 of 2274.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
Special offers in USA, outside the cities
Was/now prices come from the operator, never from us.
