Capitol Reef Field Station

Capitol Reef Field Station, in partnership with Capitol Reef National Park, promotes and supports engaged learning, environmental ethics, and research and creative work through the exploration of the Colorado Plateau.

Plan Your Visit

COVID-19 Modified Operations

The health of our visitors is of paramount importance. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have decided to close Capitol Reef Field Station until December 31, 2020. As conditions permit, we plan to honor all reservations scheduled after that date.

Our UVU office is also closed, but we are available to assist you remotely. Please send us a message from the Directory Page links on our About CRFS page.

*Please be aware, we have extended our Spring reservation request deadline to November 15, 2020.

For more information, visit the Return to Campus website.

Field Station with the red rock cliffs behind it.

About CRFS

CRFS is made possible through a partnership between Utah Valley University and Capitol Reef National Park.

Students looking out over valley in Capitol Reef

Programs

Our field station is an excellent venue for engaged learning, research, and conservation in the context of the Colorado Plateau.

Our Place

Beyond the paved roads, CRFS sits atop a mesa in the heart of Capitol Reef National Park.

Red rock butte at night with a sky full of stars

Plan Your Trip

Enhance your university-level courses with a trip to CRFS.

Man Taking Photo In the Sunset (panorama panel 1)

Support CRFS

Help fund responsible, respectful, and sustainable stewardship of the natural world through education and research.