National parks near Emery County, Utah
The closest national park to Emery County, Utah is Capitol Reef National Park — about 71 mi (114 km) away, or roughly 2 hr 8 min of driving.
3 parks are close enough to do as a day trip: Capitol Reef, Arches, and Canyonlands.
National parks near Emery County
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol Reef National Park | 71 mi (114 km) | 2 hr 8 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Arches National Park | 87.3 mi (140 km) | 2 hr 31 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Canyonlands National Park | 92.5 mi (149 km) | 2 hr 38 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Bryce Canyon National Park | 130 mi (209 km) | 3 hr 31 min | Best as a weekend |
| Zion National Park | 172 mi (277 km) | 4 hr 31 min | Best as a weekend |
| Great Basin National Park | 176 mi (283 km) | 4 hr 37 min | Best as a weekend |
| Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park | 184 mi (296 km) | 4 hr 48 min | Best as a weekend |
| Mesa Verde National Park | 198 mi (318 km) | 5 hr 8 min | Best as a weekend |
| Grand Canyon National Park | 227 mi (366 km) | 5 hr 50 min | Best as a weekend |
| Rocky Mountain National Park | 295 mi (474 km) | 7 hr 26 min | Worth a longer road trip |
Towns and cities in Emery County
Common questions
What is the closest national park to Emery County?
Capitol Reef National Park, about 71 mi (114 km) away and roughly 2 hr 8 min of driving.
Which national parks can I visit from Emery County in a day?
Capitol Reef National Park, Arches National Park, and Canyonlands National Park — all within about three hours' drive.