wayne county
WAYNE COUNTY, UT
Wayne County, Utah is home to some of the most incredible
and scenic locations in the entire country. Whether you come
to see beautiful Capitol Reef National Park, the scenic High-
lands or the historic East Desert, Wayne County offers a
unique experience that is otherwise unattainable.
Offering one of the most unique landscapes in the world,
Capitol Reef National Park provides something for every ad-
venturer. The featured attraction is Capitol Dome, which bears
an uncanny resemblance to the U.S. Capitol building and is
the namesake of Capitol Reef. Or you could come to see
Chimney Rock, a 400-foot-tall sandstone pillar protruding
through the otherwise serene background. If you’re a hiker,
you can tread the same trails that the infamous outlaw Butch
Cassidy traveled during his time hiding out in Utah.
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You can also visit the Western
Highlands. This area includes the
famous Boulder and Thousand Lakes
Mountains. With picturesque views in
every direction, the Highlands is
perfect for any summer vacation.
You can hike, ride ATVs and see wildlife
unique to the area. As the western gateway
to Capitol Reef National Park, the High-
lands is the perfect start to any outdoor
adventure.