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Capitol Reef National ParkCliffs along the Scenic Drive at Capitol Reef
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Capitol Reef National Park
Bookstore
 

Capitol Reef Natural History Association

Additional information about Capitol Reef National Park and the Colorado Plateau can be obtained through the Capitol Reef Natural History Association. They operate the Visitor Center bookstore, which carries a variety of maps, books, videos, posters, and postcards.  This non-profit cooperating association also operates a sales outlet at the historic Gifford Farmhouse during the summer season, offering unique handmade pioneer-era items that reflect the park's cultural heritage, as well as locally-baked fruit pies and home made ice cream.  

For a free publication list, call (435) 425-3791 extensions 113 or 115, or write to:

Capitol Reef Natural History Association
Capitol Reef National Park
HC 70 Box 15
Torrey, UT 84775

The Association provides funding for many park projects, including research, interpretation and maintenance.

 

Cover of a DVD sold at the Capitol Reef Natural History Association Bookstore that describes the basics of Capitol Reef National Park
Capitol Reef Park BasiX DVD
Most comprehensive personal video tour of Capitol Reef
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Fremont petroglyphs are characterized by trapezoid-shaped anthropomorphic figures.  

Did You Know?
The Fremont River Canyon is the type locale for the prehistoric Native American people named the Fremont. Evidence here defines them as a unique major prehistoric culture. There are several petroglyph panels 1.1 miles east of the visitor center on Utah State Highway 24.
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Last Updated: January 10, 2007 at 14:33 EST