Caineville Wash Road Four-Wheel Drive Road

The Caineville Wash road, or eastern side of the Cathedral Valley Loop,
begins 18.6 miles east of the Visitor Center on Highway 24. By taking this route into Cathedral Valley, visitors avoid the Fremont River Ford on the Harnet side of the loop; however, those planning on driving the entire loop are encouraged to begin at the river ford to be certain they are able to make the crossing in the case of high water. Natural features along Caineville Wash Road include the Temple of the Sun and Moon, massive monoliths rising from the desert floor,16.5 miles from Highway, in Lower Cathedral Valley. Further north in Upper Cathedral Valley, columns of spire-like formations dominate the landscape. Conditions on the Caineville Wash Road vary widely. Drivers should check with the Visitor Center for current road information.

Directions from Capitol Reef Visitor Center: Drive 18.6 miles eastward on Highway 24 to Caineville Wash Road, which leads north as Park Road 2.

Seasonal Information:
Normally Open: Mid-March through Mid-November (NOTE: This route is not maintained in winter. Wet conditions can make it impassable to four-wheel drive vehicles.) .

Hartnet Road Four-Wheel Drive Road - This route begins east of the Visitor Center and leads through the North Blue Flats and South Desert to reach the Cathedral Valley Trail. It enters the Fishlake National Forest west of Cathedral Campground.