About
Strike Valley Overlook is a viewpoint on the Capitol Reef Scenic Drive, near Torrey in Utah. It looks out over Strike Valley and the Waterpocket Fold, the long wrinkle in the earth's crust that gives Capitol Reef National Park much of its character. The overlook is also known as Strike Valley Vista.
What to expect
This is a stop for the view itself. The overlook is remote, so visitors should plan on a short, quiet pause rather than a busy lookout. From here, the valley and the fold are laid out in front of you, which makes it easier to read the park's geology than from many other points along the road.
- Setting: a remote viewpoint on the Capitol Reef Scenic Drive
- Main view: Strike Valley and the Waterpocket Fold
- Type of visit: a scenic overlook for looking and photographing
Getting there and around
The overlook is reached from the Capitol Reef Scenic Drive, with the address listed as Capitol Reef Scenic Drive, Torrey, UT 84775. Because the area is remote, it is worth checking the road and conditions before you set out, and allowing time to fit the stop into a wider drive through the park. A contact number, +1-435-425-3791, is listed for the area if you need to ask about access.
The town of Torrey sits close to the park and is the practical base for most visits, with the rest of the park's scenic drive and its other viewpoints nearby. Strike Valley Overlook suits travelers who want a quieter, wide-open view of the landscape that defines Capitol Reef.
