Posted in Utah July 29, 2019 by Catherine Armstrong

Stay The Night In An Old-Fashioned Covered Wagon At This Utah Resort

Camping in Utah’s great outdoors is a wonderful experience, but not everyone is cool with sleeping on the ground. If you’re looking for the perfect compromise between a tent and a hotel room, you’ll want to head to Capitol Reef Resort, where you can spend the night in an old-fashioned covered wagon.

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Capitol Reef Resort is situated on 58 acres with Capitol Reef National Park as its backdrop. This gorgeous landscape is rugged, but the accommodations here offer all the modern amenities that you love.

If you've ever wondered what it would have been like to be a pioneer, sleeping in a covered wagon, well...you're not going to find out here. Capitol Reef Resort does have charming covered wagons, but they're a far cry from the spartan accommodations that pioneers faced.

The wagons were built based on real Conestoga wagons of the 1800s, but they provide an incredible glamping experience. As many as six guests fit inside on the king-sized bed and bunk beds.

The wagons are arranged in a circle, just as the pioneers set up camp back in the good old days. Share some s'mores and make new friends with your fellow wagon adventurers. Tell some tall tales around the campfire, then snuggle up inside your waterproof canvas.

In addition to exploring nearby Capitol Reef National Park, you'll find plenty to do right here at the resort. Splash and play in the outdoor heated pool...

...and soak your cares away in the hot tub.

For some unique adventures, go hiking with llamas...

...and take a tour of Southern Utah's beauty on horseback. The concierge at the resort can help you book both kinds of adventures.

Though you'll enjoy the vast, open spaces around the resort, you'll also have all the modern comforts you love. Enjoy free wireless Internet, as well as a breakfast buffet.

Learn more about Capitol Reef Resort’s lodging and amenities on its website, and follow its Facebook page to see the latest happenings and special deals.

Looking for another unique place to lay your head? Check out this hot spring where you can stay overnight in a school bus!