Capitol Reef National Park in south central Utah is stunning with its majestic towering cliffs, massive domes and twisting canyons. You see all shades of rock here, from dark reds and browns to orange, gold, pink, white and even turquoise.

Capitol Reef is accessed on Utah Hwy. 24 which is a beautiful drive in itself. It is still relatively unknow which means it is not overcrowded. May is a wonderful time to go as the wildflowers are out en masse and the weather is in the 80's but still pleasant. There is a beautiful campground there - under the trees and surrounded by the red cliffs.