Panorama Point Parking Area in Capitol Reef National Park

Panorama Point Parking Area

It's just a short walk from the Panorama Point parking lot to Panorama Point itself.

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Panorama Point Parking Area Details

It's just a short walk from the Panorama Point parking lot to Panorama Point itself, and the views are simply spectacular, especially if you are here for sunrise or sunset. Trails also lead from here to Sunset Point and Goosenecks Point. Look for exhibits detailing efforts to preserve Capitol Reef's remarkably dark night sky and clean air. You'll also find restrooms at the parking area.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Panorama Point Parking Area

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0.1 mi away

Panorama Point

Dramatic views await at the aptly named Panorama Point: take your selfie stick photo here!

0.5 mi away

Chimney Rock

Accessible via the Chimney Rock Trail, just inside the west entrance to Capitol Reef along Hwy. 24, Chimney Rock stands as an impressive sentinel over the desert below.

0.6 mi away

Sunset Point Trail

The very short, easy Sunset Point Trail is a mere 4/10 of a mile from the parking area to the scenic Sunset Point overlook.

0.6 mi away

Goosenecks Trail

Not a hike but a stroll, the Goosenecks Trail leads just 600 feet from the parking lot to Goosenecks Point.

0.6 mi away

Goosenecks Point

Maybe this overlook gets its name from visitors craning their neck to take yet another amazing Capitol Reef view?