Freemont River Falls (Capitol Reef National Park, Utah, USA)

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"Freemont River Falls"

The attractive waterfall on the Freemont River in Capitol Reef National Park

"Freemont River Falls" is an informal name I'm giving to this attractive waterfall in a place that's typically hot and dry. I think it could very well be Capitol Reef National Park's only [reasonably accessible] waterfall so I find it strange that I couldn't find an official name for it.

Although the falls is not very tall (probably some 15ft or so), it has good volume for one that resides in the hot and dry Southern Utah deserts (or the San Rafael Swell as it maybe known in these parts). So I guess it shouldn't be surprising that it is a popular spot for park visitors to cool off.

In addition to its paradoxical existence in such a harsh climate, what makes this waterfall so memorable is its juxtaposition with the tall sandstone cliffs as the backdrop. That's something I think is quite an unusual combination.

Directions: We found this waterfall a little over 6 miles east on SH24 of the Fruita turnoff in Capitol Reef National Park. The pullout for the falls is not signed so you'll want a map handy and check your odometer. Fortunately, it has a very large pullout and chances are there'll be other people and cars present so keep an eye out for this.

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Profile view of the attractive waterfall on the Freemont River

The Hickman Bridge trailhead is a short distance west of the waterfall

The Hickman Bridge (more like a natural arch than a natural bridge) is a short distance west of the waterfall

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May 25, 2003

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