Among the destinations reportedly preparing for the crowds following staffing cuts are Utah’s Mighty Five: Bryce Canyon, Zion, Arches, Capitol Reef, and Canyonlands. That said, if you’re ...

Unlike some of the other Utah National Parks, Capitol Reef is pleasantly quiet – there’s no park shuttle, no timed entry, no hoard of people. Visitation is about half as much as Bryce Canyon ...

So, if you want to avoid the crowds, consider picking one of the less-visited parks like Capitol Reef National Park ... the best times to visit are in the spring and fall. If you are interested ...