Discover the Wonders of Capitol Reef National Park

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car from Great Basin National Park, head south on NV-487 from Baker, NV. After approximately 30 miles, merge onto US-6 E toward Ely. Continue for about 35 miles, then merge onto US-93 S. After that, take the exit onto I-15 S toward Las Vegas. Stay on I-15 S for about 90 miles until you reach exit 95 for UT-20 E toward Cedar City. Follow UT-20 E for about 25 miles until you reach I-15 S again. Continue on I-15 S for another 40 miles, then take exit 258 to merge onto US-89 S. After about 60 miles, turn right onto UT-24 W, which will take you directly into Capitol Reef National Park. The total drive is around 200 miles and will take approximately 4 hours. Make sure to check for any road conditions or closures along the way.

• Public Transportation

  For those relying on public transportation, there are limited options directly from Great Basin National Park to Capitol Reef National Park. You can take a Greyhound bus from Ely, NV to Salt Lake City, UT. This involves a transfer as there’s no direct route. Once in Salt Lake City, you will need to rent a car or take another bus service to reach Capitol Reef National Park, which is approximately 230 miles south of Salt Lake City. Be aware that public transportation schedules may vary, and it's advisable to check current bus times and book in advance. The costs for the Greyhound bus can range from $30 to $60 one-way, and car rentals typically start around $40 per day. Additionally, there will be an entrance fee to Capitol Reef National Park, which is currently $20 per vehicle.