Im going to be camping in Capitol Reef for a few days in June. Would like to know your thoughts on a couple things.

Is it too hot to be tent camping there in mid-June?
Am I allowed to have my dog inside the park?
Things to see, and do for a couple days.

Thanks
Scott

 

Although it could get pretty hot during the day, evenings and night should be pleasant. Plan on taking a few hikes early in the morning. There are some really spectacular places to see. Get hold of the visitors center and they will help you plan your visit. Take pictures!

 

As mentioned it may be a bit toasty during the day but the evenings should be fine. I may be thinking of the wrong campground but if ircc that campground has a fair amount of shade. As far as the dog I think you are allowed to have a dog in the park however I dont think they are allowed on any of the trails.
About halfway down are the dog rules for the park.
http://www.nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/campregs.htm

 

Its been a long time since I was out there, but unless things have changed a lot, you'll want to take your own water, and much more than you think you'll need.
Last time I was there was in '95, and there was little good drinking water to be had once you got back into the park...
June wont be too terribly hot, but lots of sun-shade, a hat and light weight clothing.
Dont know if they still allow it, but you used to be able to camp anywhere on BLM land, not just in the campgrounds, which lets you get away from other people and experience the quiet of the place.. bury your waste, pack out ALL trash, and Tread Lightly!

 

Chrisreyn brings up some good points. Best to plan on a gallon a day for yourself and dont forget the dogs water and once out of the visitor center or main campground water will be hard to find.

Some places to check out are Cathedral Valley pretty much a road tour but scenery is good.
http://www.nps.gov/care/planyourvisi...dralvalley.htm

Another area is the eastern or southeastern portion of the park along the waterpocket fold of the Notom Rd or Burr Trail.

http://www.nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/burrowash.htm
http://www.nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/uppermuley.htm
http://www.nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/lowermuley.htm
http://www.nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/hallscreek.htm

If you go down to the Burr Trail and take it up and over the waterpocket fold that road will take you to Boulder on HWY 12. Hwy 12 is one of the most scenic roads you will ever see. Go south or west on it from Boulder towards Escalante and the scenery is just breathtaking. If you take it be prepared you will encounter some eyeball busting scenery. Head north or east on 12 you will go up and over Boulder Mountain and end up on Hwy 24 and the western entrance to the Park. Nice views from up high.

Also off the Burr Trail just outside of the park is a road called the wolverine loop
http://www.nps.gov/glca/planyourvisi...burr-trail.htm
Along the Wolverine Loop rd is Little Death Hollow. A slot canyon the trail goes down Little Death Hollow, Up Horse Canyon and then up Wolverine Canyon back to the road then road walk back a mile or two to Little Death Hollow or just walk down as far as you want and turnaround and go back the same way you came.
http://www.utah.com/thingtodo26639.htm

 

Awesome! Thanks all for your input. I will probably end up leaving my dog w/ my folks so I can hike all the trails I want.
Ill take some pics also.

Scott

 

My grandma grew up there. it is awesome country. Enjoy the trip.