Capitol Reef National Park hiking guide
Sulphur Creek Top-Down Route
A 5.9-mile loop with 420 ft of climbing in Fruita Historic District, rated moderate.
Key facts
- Length
- 5.9 mi (9.5 km)
- Elevation gain
- 420 ft (127 m)
- Route type
- Loop
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Area
- Fruita Historic District
- Highest point
- 6,088 ft
- Lowest point
- 5,490 ft
About Sulphur Creek Top-Down Route
The creek has carved a deep canyon through some of the park's oldest bedrock, with narrows, overhanging channels and three small waterfalls. Expect frequent wading and, at times, deeper pools that may require swimming, so ask at the visitor center about conditions. Flash floods are a real hazard, so skip it if rain is possible, and plan on a shuttle with a car at each end. Chimney Rock Overlook is a short walk away.
Route map
This route was checked by Parka editors.
