USA ~ Capitol Reef National Park - Utah ~

... Amazing view of the Milky Way over Capitol Reef National Park’s iconic Chimney Rock... it appears as a stunning, bright, and hazy band of light that forms a massive, panoramic arch across the night sky.... located in a high, dry and remote part south-central Utah, the park has minimal light pollution, allowing for exceptionally clear, near-pristine views of the Milky Way, constellations, and the zodiacal light. ... even on the new moon—the darkest night of the month—you can walk around the Park and clearly make out rocks or branches or leaves, because millions of stars light up every corner of the park... postmarked with the postal cancellation from the post office in or nearest to the park sites, what makes it even more special👍... Thanks a lot Nan! (✿ ♥‿♥)

Photo: Jacob Frank
Capitol Reef National Park was established in 1971 to preserve  978.95 km2 of desert landscape. The park protects a huge geologic feature, the Waterpocket Fold, a nearly 160 km long warp in the Earth's crust. A diverse landscape with 19 different rock layers and elevations ranging from 1183 m to 2731 m, supports a diverse array of plant and animal life, big and small.  

The International Dark-Sky Association recognized Capitol Reef National Park as a Gold-tier International Dark Sky Park in 2015.
 

Stamp:

Compass Rose 

(Issued 24-01-2025)