Overview

Hype:

The Fruita Schoolhouse was constructed circa 1896 and was used until 1941 when it was shut down due to lack of students. The building is now on the National Register of Historic Places.

Time:

Fees: None

Recommended Ages:

0-3
4-11
12-19
20-49
50-69
70+

Recommended Months to Visit:

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Features:
  • Ghost Towns
  • National Register of Historic Places
  • Pioneer
  • No Drinking Water
  • No Restrooms
  • Road Access is Paved
  • Access Road is 2WD Accessible
  • Interpretive Signs

Links: NPS

Getting There

Navigate to 38.288124, -111.248169.

Location

Closest City or Region: Capitol Reef National Park, Utah

Coordinates: 38.288124, -111.248169

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April 30, 2011 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Jeremy Dye, Tara Dye, Savannah Dye,

Story

We stopped at the historic Fruita Schoolhouse in Capitol Reef National Park on our way to Hickman Bridge.

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