5The Strike Valley Overlook
The Strike Valley Overlook in the Waterpocket Fold District is much like the Burr Trail Scenic Byway in that it too is a remote section of Capitol Reef and is visited by comparatively few people. Set aside at least five if not six hours here. Veteran visitors say it provides visitors “with unparalleled views” of the district.
If you’re coming from the west and wish to avoid the previously-mentioned Burr Trail switchbacks, take Highway 12 to Burr Trail Road. However, if you’re coming from the east and want to drive the switchbacks, take Highway 24 to Notom-Bullfrog Road. The overlook road is high clearance. Unless you have an AWD vehicle park on the side of Burr Trail Road and hike the six-mile round-trip access trail.
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