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Torrey, Utah Information

Torrey is in Wayne County in the south central part of Utah eight miles from Capitol Reef National Park. The town was settled in the 1880’s by Mormon pioneers. Legend has it that Torrey was named after one of Theodore Roosevelt’s Rough Riders, Colonel Torrey.

The population of the town itself is 120. It is estimated that as many live in the area surrounding Torrey. The elevation is 6830 feet, making the summers very pleasant. The winter temperatures range from 0 to 60 degrees. The summer temperatures range from 50 to 90 degrees.



Torrey Lodging and Restaurants

Austin's Chuckwagon Motel
800-863-3288, 435-425-3335, fax 435- 425-3434 www.austinschuckwagonmotel.com
12 West Main, Box 750180, Torrey, UT 84775. Open Mar 1-Nov 30.

24 rooms. AAA, newly built, immaculate large rooms, digital, color, remote, 25" TV, dial phones, individual heat/ac. Beautiful pool & spa. Quiet, safe. Bakery, Laundromat. Rates: $39 - 125.


Cafe Diablo
435-425-3070, 599 West Main, Torrey, UT 84775. www.cafediablo.net

Open April - October. Liquor, beer, wine available. Innovative Southwestern cuisine - named "Best Restaurant in Southern Utah." Specialties include: Pumpkinseed Crusted Trout, Chipotle Baby Back Ribs, Painted Chicken, Vegetarian Torta, Rattlesnake Cakes and Sinful Pastries.


Rim Rock Inn and Restaurant
888-447-4676, 435-425-3398, fax 435- 425-3378
2523 East Hwy 24,Box 339, Torrey, UT 84775. Open Mar-Dec.

A taste of the old West. Closest motel to Capitol Reef National Park, panoramic views. Newly remodeled rooms. CNN, ESPN, HBO. Pets $5. Rates: $39-59 seasonally.


Torrey Schoolhouse

Enjoy spectacular views combined with comfort in one of ten luxurious suites at the Torrey Schoolhouse Bed and Breakfast Inn. Here you will enjoy a unique historic building within walking distance of two art galleries, coffee-shop/bookstore, general store, trading post, boutiques, Cafe Diablo and the Capitol Reef Cafe. See all suites on the web at www.torreyschoolhouse.com


The Lodge at Red River Ranch

800-205-6343, 435-425-3322, fax 425-3329 www.redriverranch.com
2900 West Hwy 24, Box 69, Teasdale, UT 84773. Open year around.

Fifteen rooms. Old style log lodge. Fireplaces, balconies, antique furnishings and western art. Restaurant, gift shop, fishing and hunting. One of Travel & Leisure's "25 Best American Lodges."


Brink's Burgers Drive In
435-425-3710, 165 East Main, Torrey, UT 84775.

Open Mar - Oct., 11 am - 9 pm daily. Offers good old-fashioned burgers and fries cooked to order, drinks. Try our famous Super Burger, Pizza Burgers and thick, creamy milkshakes. Call in orders welcome.


Castle Rock Coffee and Candy

Located at the junction of Highway 12 and 24 near Torrey, UT

Open from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily. Coffee is their speciality along with wonderful pastries. Use their High Speed Internet Access to check your email.


Thousand Lakes RV Park

Premium camping at reasonable rates. Full hook-up RV sites, camping cabins, deluxe cabins, swimming pool, playground, hair salon, WIFI, 4x4 rentals, western dinners and much more. Great scenery and only a short drive to Capitol Reef National Park. RV repairs available on site. Visit our web site for more information: www.thousandlakesrvpark.com

Bicknell Motels
  • Aquarius Motel and Restaurant - 240 West Main - 800.833.5379
  • Sunglow Motel and Restaurant - 63 East Main - 435.425.3821
Additional Torrey Motels

  • Best Western Capitol Reef - 6200 E. 100 N. - 888.610.9600
  • Boulder View Inn - 385 W. Main - 800.444.3980
  • Capitol Reef Inn - 360 W. Main Street - 435.425.3271
  • Comfort Inn - 2424 E. Hwy 24 - 800.4choice/435.425.3866
  • Days Inn - 675 E. Hwy 24 - 888.425.3113/435.425.3111
  • Econolodge - 600 E. Hwy 24 - 800.4choice/435.425.3688
  • Wonderland Inn and Restaurant - Junction of Hwy 24 and Hwy 12 - 800.456.0216/435.425.3775
Additional Teasdale Motels

  • Cactus Hill Ranch Motel - 2 miles SE of Teasdale - 800.507.2624