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The Fluted Wall

The Fluted Wall at Capitol Reef National Park near Fruita, Utah is a roadside stop that features views of The Fluted Wall.

This is not a hike but rather a roadside stop that features views facing north of the redish-brown cliffs at Capitol Reef National Park that appear to be carved out from the top, leaving gaps in between the bedrock, known as The Fluted Wall. The Fluted Wall is a great road trip stop to take in these funky-looking rock formations on the western side of Capitol Reef National Park.

Parking
Hikers will find a small parking turnout at the coordinates provided.

Pets
Dogs are allowed here and at other public parking lots within the park. Dogs must be leashed and cleaned up after. Please read more about Capitol Reef National Park's pet rules.
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Know Before You Go

  • The Fluted Wall is a roadside stop in Capitol Reef National Park, near Fruita, Utah, offering views of unique, carved-looking rock formations.
  • It's not a hike, but a convenient place to stop and appreciate the scenery on the western side of the park, with a small parking area available.
  • Dogs are allowed at the Fluted Wall parking area and other public lots in the park, as long as they are leashed and cleaned up after, according to park pet rules.
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Distance
N / A
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
5 min
Elev. Gain
1'
Rating
0.0
Added
September 26, 2023
Updated
October 04, 2023

Weather Forecast

Tonight
Low 59°F
Mostly Clear
Tuesday
High 90°F
Mostly Sunny
Tuesday Night
Low 62°F
Partly Cloudy
Wednesday
High 86°F
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wednesday Night
Low 55°F
Mostly Clear
Thursday
High 82°F
Sunny
Thursday Night
Low 53°F
Mostly Clear
Friday
High 84°F
Sunny
Friday Night
Low 55°F
Mostly Clear
Saturday
High 84°F
Sunny
Saturday Night
Low 54°F
Mostly Clear
Sunday
High 80°F
Sunny
Sunday Night
Low 50°F
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Monday
High 79°F
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Features

Vista / Lookout Point
Dogs

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    38.307293, -111.28166
  2. Main Trailhead

    38.307192, -111.28159
  3. The Fluted Wall in Capitol Reef National Park

    38.307214, -111.281447
    The Fluted Wall in Capitol Reef National Park

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Hazards

Snakes (Rattlesnakes, Copperheads, others)

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Dirt

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September 26, 2023
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