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• Waterproof • Tear-Resistant • Topographic Map
Today the park encompasses 241,904 acres (378 square miles), and features the geologic landforms of the Waterpocket Fold and Cathedral Valley. Archeological evidence of the prehistoric Fremont Culture and historical vestiges of a Mormon settlement are preserved. A range of habitats support diverse plant and animal communities. The Capitol Reef National Park Day Hikes Topographic Map Guide contains detailed maps for 16 of Capitol Reef's finest day hikes. It includes well-known hikes and some off-the-beaten-path trails.
They range from easy strolls to strenuous climbs, selected to give you a sampling of all the park has to offer. Together, they cover 70 miles of adventures. One-third of the selected hikes are less than 3 miles long, two-thirds are less than 5 miles, and one hike is more than 9 miles long. Each of the 16 maps include directions to the trailhead, the total distance to complete the hike, and an estimate of the degree of difficulty. Also provided are elevations of key points on the trail, an elevation profile for the hike, and a calculation of the hike's total elevation gain. Concise trail descriptions will help you find the hikes that best suit your interests, conditioning, and available time.
Every Trails Illustrated map is printed on "Backcountry Tough" waterproof, tear-resistant paper. A full UTM grid is printed on the map to aid with GPS navigation. Every map purchase helps support the National Geographic Society, an impact driven, nonprofit organization with global reach that uses the power of science, exploration, education, and storytelling to illuminate and protect the wonder of our world.
