The Fremont River Waterfall is a fun roadside stop on your visit to Capital Reef National Park. Not really a lot of information is required other than bring your swimming suit and towel. Children should always wear a a life preserver when near water. The water is bath tube warm during summer and fall. Caution should be used during times of spring runoff when conditions might not be safe for swimming. The area above the waterfalls could be deadly if you or your child fell into the river so use caution and keep an eye on the kids. Adults should find swimming below the waterfall safe when the river is flowing at less than 50 cfs, while children probably need a flow of less than 35 cfs. These are only suggested flows to help plan your trip, use you own common sense when visiting the waterfall. Current Fremont River flow can be checked on-line at USGS Current Streamflow conditions for the Fremont River near Caineville. Park Regulations:For your safety while visiting the Fremont River Waterfall Area, the National Park Service has established a couple of easy to follow rules and regulations. This is a very popular area, please follow these simple rules for you enjoyment as well as that of others. - Park Regulations Prohibit -
To reach the waterfall and swimming hole from the Capitol Reef Visitor Center take Highway 24 east for 6.6 miles to mile marker 86.5. There is a large paved pull-out on the north side of the highway with several information signs. The waterfall is next to the parking area. Related Link: © Copyright 2000-, Climb-Utah.com |
