Capitol Reef NP, UT

2024.12.25

Part of our Utah mighty 5 national park Christmas road trip. We hiked Hickman Natural Bridge trail on Christmas day, quite and scenic.

Origin of the park name:

• “Capitol”: The striking white Navajo Sandstone domes resemble the prominent dome of the United States Capitol building.
• “Reef”: Early settlers and travelers referred to the nearly impassable ridge of rock as a “reef,” borrowing maritime terminology for a barrier that prevents travel.