Capitol Reef Group Campground

Capitol Reef National Park — riverside, hiking

Location: Torrey, UT, UT

Price: From $125 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (8 reviews)

Season: May through October

Located in south-central Utah in the heart of red rock country, Capitol Reef National Park is a hidden treasure filled with cliffs, canyons, domes and bridges in the Waterpocket Fold, a geologic monocline (a wrinkle on the earth) extending almost 100 miles (160 km). The Fruita Campground area is located one mile south of the visitor center and is often described as an oasis within the desert. The Group Campsite is near Loop C of the Fruita Campground.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/capitol-reef-group-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Located in the heart of Capitol Reef National Park's red rock country, this group campsite is situated near Loop C of the Fruita Campground, described as a semi-shaded, grassy oasis within the desert. The campground offers access to historic sites, hiking, interpretive programs, and day use areas within the park.

Wildlife alert: Bighorn Sheep, Mule Deer, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Hopi Chipmunk, Rock Squirrel, Northern Pygmy-Owl, Yellow-breasted Chat, Plateau Fence Lizard, and Western Whiptail present within 8km

Insider tips for Capitol Reef Group Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Located one mile south of the visitor center for easy access to park amenities Bring a self-contained RV as hookups are not available at most sites

Skip Capitol Reef Group Campground if: You need full RV hookups — no hookups available. You plan to camp outside May through October — seasonal operations only. You prefer larger campgrounds — only 1 site available.

Best time to visit Capitol Reef Group Campground: May through October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Fruita — Capitol Reef NP (Capitol Reef National Park, UT), Singletree (Highway 12, UT), Lower Bowns (Loa, UT), Rosebud Atv (Loa, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Capitol Reef Group Campground

Cell signal at Capitol Reef Group Campground (Torrey, UT): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Capitol Reef Group Campground

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Torrey, UT, UT★ 5 (8 reviews)From $125/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Located in south-central Utah in the heart of red rock country, Capitol Reef National Park is a hidden treasure filled with cliffs, canyons, domes and bridges in the Waterpocket Fold, a geologic monocline (a wrinkle on the earth) extending almost 100 miles (160 km). The Fruita Campground area is located one mile south of the visitor center and is often described as an oasis within the desert. The Group Campsite is near Loop C of the Fruita Campground.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV27 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ToiletsFlush toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Flush Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need full RV hookups — no hookups available✕ You plan to camp outside May through October — seasonal operations only✕ You prefer larger campgrounds — only 1 site available

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Located one mile south of the visitor center for easy access to park amenities

Bring a self-contained RV as hookups are not available at most sites

Best: May through October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Bighorn Sheep, Mule Deer, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Hopi Chipmunk, Rock Squirrel, Northern Pygmy-Owl, Yellow-breasted Chat, Plateau Fence Lizard, and Western Whiptail present within 8km

Location

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Getting there →

Traveling westbound on Interstate 70 : Take Utah State Highway 24 west towards Hanksville (exit 149). Stay on Highway 24 for 80 miles (129 km) to reach the park Visitor Center. Traveling on Interstate 15: Take US Highway 50 east at Scipio (exit 188) towards Salina for 30 miles (48 km). At the junction with Utah State Highway 89/259, turn right (south) and travel 8 miles (13 km). Turn left (east) onto Utah State Highway 24 towards Sigurd. Continue on Highway 24 for 82 miles (132 km) to reach the

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Capitol Reef National Park fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Capitol Reef National Park before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Capitol Reef Group Campground cost per night?+
Capitol Reef Group Campground costs $125 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Capitol Reef Group Campground open?+
Capitol Reef Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Capitol Reef Group Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Capitol Reef Group Campground?+
Capitol Reef Group Campground can accommodate RVs up to 27 feet.
How do I make reservations at Capitol Reef Group Campground?+
Capitol Reef Group Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Capitol Reef Group Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Capitol Reef Group Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Capitol Reef Group Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Capitol Reef Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$125 /night★ 5 (8)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Rosebud Atv

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