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Wildlife

What’s Moving in the Cottonwoods: Spring Birding

Most people come to Capitol Reef for the rocks. That’s fair. The rocks are why the park exists, and they’re unavoidable. […]

March, 2026
Education, Nature, Wildlife

Desert Wildlife in March: What’s Stirring in Southern Utah

Spend a winter at Capitol Reef and the desert can feel pretty still. The cottonwoods are bare. The light comes in low and cold. And aside from the occasional raven or coyote, the landscape seems to belong mostly to rock and wind. […]

July, 2022
Nature, Wildlife

Wildlife Safety

Recently, there have been a few tragic incidents in the national parks in which visitors have been hurt by the local wildlife. It’s important to remember that many, many species inhabit our public lands. And while we may love to visit, these places are also these species’ homes […]

February, 2021
Nature, Wildlife

Wildlife of Capitol Reef

Capitol Reef isn’t just a fantastic collection of inspiring geological formations. And it isn’t just a great place to hike and play in Southern Utah. For hundreds of species of animals, Capitol Reef is home. And when you visit, you get a chance to […]