Do I need a permit to visit Capitol Reef?

No timed-entry reservations required to enter; entry is via standard entrance fees and passes.

Do I need a backcountry permit for overnight trips?

Backcountry permits are available at the Visitor Center; obtain prior to overnight trips.

Backcountry camping is currently closed; no reopening date provided.

No timed-entry reservations required to enter; entry is via standard entrance fees and passes.

Backcountry permits are available at the Visitor Center; obtain prior to overnight trips.

Backcountry camping is currently closed; no reopening date provided.

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