- Park Founders - Capitol Reef National Park (U. S. National Park Service)
People instrumental in advocating for Capitol Reef National Park to be established gathered for a dedication ceremony on April 7, 1972
- Capitol Reef National Park - Wikipedia
The park was established in 1971 [5] to preserve 241,904 acres (377 98 sq mi; 97,895 08 ha; 978 95 km 2) of desert landscape and is open all year, with May through September receiving the most visitors
- When Was Capitol Reef National Park Established?
Before becoming a national park, the area attracted attention for its rugged beauty and scientific interest In 1937, President Franklin D Roosevelt proclaimed the area as Capitol Reef National Monument, setting aside approximately 37,711 acres to preserve its unique geological features
- Capitol Reef National Park - Encyclopedia Britannica
Capitol Reef National Park, long, narrow area of imposing sandstone formations in south-central Utah, U S Established as a national monument in 1937, it was redesignated as a national park in 1971
- Capitol Reef National Park Foundation Document Overview
The spectacular geologic scenery and long cultural history of the area, along with ardent supporters, led President Franklin D Roosevelt in 1937 to designate Capitol Reef National Monument Congress established Capitol Reef National Park in December 1971
- The History of Capitol Reef National Park
Capitol Reef National Park, located in Utah, was established in 1971 to protect its unique geological formations The park is home to a diverse range of rock layers, including sandstone, limestone, and shale, that were formed over millions of years
- Capitol Reef National Park - National Parks Association
Established as a national park in 1971, Capitol Reef is named for the white domes of Navajo Sandstone that resemble the U S Capitol building and the rocky ridges, or “reefs,” that present a formidable barrier to travel, much like a coral reef
- Capitol Reef Timeline - U. S. National Park Service
December 18, 1971—Capitol Reef National Park is established by an Act of Congress, Public Law 92-207, signed by President Richard Nixon The 1969 boundary was again adjusted to the park's current 243,921 acres
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