For Kids

Group of adults, children, and babies in backpacks hiking in a rocky bottomed canyon, with some green shrubs and blue sky.
Capitol Gorge is a kid-friendly hike in a canyon that was the original road through the park, up until 1962. Look for the Pioneer Register, where pioneers carved their names in the rock. Please "leave no trace" and do not add to the Pioneer Register.

NPS/Chris Roundtree

Things to Do

 
Two photos: Large group of children and adults sitting on benches on a covered porch, raising hands to answer question from intern in center of photo.
Ripple Rock Nature Center interns present programs for all ages during the summer.

Left photo: Joe Ceradini. Right photo: NPS

Ripple Rock Nature Center

The nature center is located on the Scenic Drive, just south of the visitor center. While the building is closed, some outdoor activities and programs for kids of all ages may be offered, typically in late May through mid-August. Ripple Rock programs are often presented by Utah Valley University interns, through a park partnership. Check at the visitor center or the calendar for schedules.

 

Last updated: February 13, 2024

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

HC 70, Box 15
Torrey, UT 84775

Phone:

435-425-3791
Recorded park information available 24 hours a day. Phones are answered when staff is available. If no one answers, please leave a message, your call will be returned. Questions may also be sent to care_information@nps.gov.

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