COMPASS
FOUR CORNERS U.S.
Goblin up the southern Utah scenery
Legend has it that when outlaw Butch Cassidy and the Wild
Bunch were looking for a place to lay low, one of their out-
posts was the canyon country of south-central Utah. The area
around Capitol Reef National Park remains a good choice for
travelers seeking to lose the crowds but still experience the
state’s vast natural beauty.
This diverse region, known as Capitol Reef Country, is a
place where groups can see steep mountains, jagged pin-
nacles, colorful rock formations, dense forests and remote
desert landscapes. No matter which way they head after
exploring the national park, they have plenty of options for
outdoor adventure.
To the east … is Goblin Valley State Park. Located north
of Hanksville, this attraction is home to a large group of
mushroom-shaped rock formations and a few arches. Hiking
trails lead to a number of well-preserved pictographs and
petroglyphs thought to be the works of ancient tribes that
inhabited the area.
Goblin Valley State Park
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To the west … is Fishlake National Forest. Adorned by
countless aspen trees, the 1.5-million-acre recreational area is
a top spot for ATV tours, horseback rides, hiking and fishing.
The nearby Henry Mountains and the Dixie National Forest
offer additional nature experiences, ranging from buffalo
viewing to rock climbing.
To the south … is Anasazi State Park and Museum.
This historical village was home to one of Utah’s largest
Anasazi Indian communities