Capitol Reef National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Discount Tickets

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location pin icon Torrey, Utah, 84775, USA
location pin icon Torrey, Utah, 84775, USA
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Overview

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.

Meeting and Pickup

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.

End Point

End point

The tour ends here.

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

Itinerary

1. Twin Rocks
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.
Duration: 5 mins
2. Chimney Rock Trail
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.
3. Goosenecks Overlook
If Panorama Point left you wanting more, you'll find it up next at Goosenecks Overlook.
4. The Fluted Wall
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!
5. The Castle
As you drive, you'll also notice The Castle looming over you. This imposing rocky fortress is sure to inspire awe in any traveler!
Duration: 5 mins
6. Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center
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.
7. Ripple Rock Nature Center
Continuing on, you'll also pass the Ripple Rock Nature Center, which offers some great educational opportunities for younger visitors.
8. Gifford Homestead
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.
9. Fruita
Beyond that is the Fruita Barn, offering a similar glimpse back in time.
10. Cohab Canyon Trailhead
Then you'll arrive at the Cohab Canyon Trailhead, which leads to some stunning canyons with a seriously strange history.
11. Danish Hill
Continuing on, you'll reach the top of Danish Hill, which boasts some of the best views of the entire park.
Duration: 5 mins
12. Ferns Nipple
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.
Duration: 5 mins
13. Teasdale
Beyond that is the Slickrock Divide, a sort of miniature continental divide which helps ensure flora in the Reef is able to flourish.
Duration: 5 mins
14. Golden Throne
The Golden Throne is a 7,041-foot mountain in Capitol Reef National Park in Wayne County, Utah, United States. It is a rock formation dome made of a gold color stained Navajo Sandstone, which is particularly special because normally the sandstone is creamy white or red.
Duration: 5 mins
15. Capitol Gorge Trailhead
As you continue, you'll come to the Capitol Gorge Trailhead. This is one of the most popular trails in the park for a reason. It doesn't just lead down into a gorgeous canyon, but also boasts some ancient petroglyphs along the way!
16. Fruita Schoolhouse
Returning to the north side of the park, you'll get another look at life for the residents of Fruita at the Fruita Schoolhouse, where children of all ages were taught by a 12 year-old!
17. Torrey Petroglyphs
Next, you'll have the chance to see some ancient petroglyphs for yourself. Some of these ancient drawings are pretty clear, but others have meanings that are yet to be deciphered!
18. The Hickman Bridge Trail
The next trail, the Hickman Bridge Trail, leads to a truly astonishing part of the landscape--a natural bridge. Much like a natural stone archway, the bridge at the end of this trail seems to defy gravity itself!
19. Grand Wash Trailhead
Beyond that is the Grand Wash Trailhead, which leads into the narrow slot canyons beneath the park's surface. If you've never seen a slot canyon up close before, this is a must-do!
20. Behunin Cabin
If you thought Fruita was remote, you're in for a surprise at the next stop: Behunin Cabin. This was once the home of a family who thought even the tiny town of Fruita had too many people for them!
21. Capitol Reef Sign / Orientation Pullout
Here you will find all you need to know about the natural history of the park. Learn about the geology, trees, mammals, birds, or other plants and wildlife of the area. Capitol Reef National Park is located in the Southcentral area of Utah in Sevier, Wayne and Garfield counties
22. North Sunset Lane
If you're in the park aroud sunset, there's no better place to stop than Sunset Point. Watching the sinking sun from here is a memory that will last you a lifetime.
Duration: 5 mins
23. Pioneer Register
Another optional stop is the Pioneer Register, a fascinating historical relic bearing the names of the first European-Americans to arrive in Capitol Reef centuries ago.
24. Capitol Reef National Park
Get ready to explore one of Utah's hidden gems: Capitol Reef National Park. This fabulously colorful, awe-inspiring landscape is packed full of perfect photo ops and fascinating history, and you driving tour will introduce you to all of it!
Duration: 5 mins

Inclusion

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.

Exclusion

No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

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.

Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.

Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.

More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.

Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.

Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.

Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.

Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.

The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

Supplied by Guide With Action

Reviews

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