Primitive Campsites At Cathedral Campground

About

Cathedral Campground offers a remote, primitive camping experience in Capitol Reef National Park's Cathedral Valley District. Situated approximately 36 miles from the visitor center along the Cathedral Valley Loop Road, this free campground provides access to some of the park's most dramatic scenery, including the iconic Temple of the Sun and Temple of the Moon monoliths. The campground has 6 sites, each equipped with a picnic table and fire grate. A pit toilet is provided, but there is no potable water anywhere in Cathedral Valley. Campers must bring all water, food, fuel, and emergency supplies. Cell phone reception is typically poor to nonexistent, and help may take hours or days to arrive. Access requires high-clearance two-wheel drive at minimum, though four-wheel drive may be necessary depending on weather. Spring and summer rains and winter snows can leave roads muddy, washed out, and impassable. Sites accommodate a maximum of 8 visitors and 2 vehicles each. RVs and trailers are not suitable due to road conditions and site size.

Directions

From the Capitol Reef Visitor Center, access Cathedral Valley via the Hartnet Road (28.1 miles to campground) or by crossing the Fremont River ford on the Caineville Wash Road. The campground is located approximately halfway on the Cathedral Valley Loop Road, about 36 miles from the visitor center. All roads are unpaved and require high-clearance vehicles.