If you've got the time and the stamina, this is the hike to take. You'll be treated to outstanding scenery and terrific panoramas and, of course, the satisfaction of making it to the top.

This easy hike runs through the Klondike Bluffs area in the far northwest portion of the park to large Tower Arch (34' by 92'). Along the way you'll pass the "Marching Men," a series of eroded sandstone figures.

From this trail there are excellent views of the 2 highway tunnels along with a spectacular view of the colorful rock formations looming above the tunnels.

Upheaval Dome Trail loops around both sides of Upheaval Dome and then follows Upheaval Canyon to the Green River. The trail provides outstanding views of the canyon country, Green River and Upheaval Dome.

Upheaval Dome consists of a crater about 3 miles across and 1,200 feet deep containing a raised jumble of rock. An easy trail leads 1/4 mile to a viewpoint over the crater. Hikers can continue another 1/2 mile over slickrock to a second lookout.

Upper Mill Creek Canyon is part of the Great Western Trail. It climbs to the crest of the Wasatch and then follows it south to an intersection with Desolation Trail near Desolation Lake. A nice loop can be made by returning via Desolation and Big Water trails.

Muley Twist Canyon is a noted backpacking area accessible from the Notum Road. It is a beautiful deep canyon cut into the waterpocket fold of Capitol Reef. The upper portion is terrifically scenic with numerous arches and dramatic views.

Upper Salt Creek Trail offers impressive arches and interesting side canyons in the remote southeastern corner of the park. Along the way is the well known "all-American Man" pictograph in a cave near the trails midpoint (unsigned) and Big Ruin, the largest Anasazi ruin in the park.