Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
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The beautiful park surrounding the immense Lake Powell.
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Grover R
Pensacola, FL18,030 contributions
Nov 2021
This is simply another amazing attraction in Page. We started our morning here venturing to see the sunrise. It was a short walk from our hotel but it offered incredible view of the dam and the canyon. In addition is was simply awesome to see the sun rise and desert change colors with the sun. From here you can see Vermillion Cliffs in the distance and the way they change is incredible. See the pictures but they will not do it justice. Additionally, like many places in Page, you will have an incredible view of geologic history. So many features you learn about in books like sedimentary rock that is changed to metamorphic, then tilted by faulting, can be viewed here. For us it was a great way to start the day and just an awesome thing to see. There are so many canyons on the Colorado and each seems as amazing as the other. Again this is another MUST SEE.
Written December 24, 2021
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Sylviepro
Fairfax, CA66 contributions
May 2022
Great visitor's center, explaining how dam was built, etc. difficult to take pictures of the dam because of chain link fence. Could view river and the effects of high water use and drought. Wish we could have walked on the dam.
Written May 28, 2022
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Zaidtree
Arkansas195 contributions
Sep 2022
Several great views. We visited the Glen Canyon Dam. Interesting. The short hike to the Hanging Garden was worth. An oasis in the middle of a desert area. The water level was low. Interesting to see the difference between the water line from a flood in the 1980's and the current water level.
Written September 28, 2022
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Ashley T
Chinle, AZ6 contributions
Oct 2020
The sign for this is small, and can be missed easily off of the highway. There are multiple spots to sit down and admire the views. There is one shaded area to sit under. Plenty of parking. No cost to get in. And easily accessible for any and all ages. Bring your own water, as there is no vending machines, or any stores close by. There are no bathrooms at this location. Dogs are allowed on a leash. The views are amazing. Well worth it.
Written October 3, 2020
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Cynthia K
Westville, IN3,105 contributions
Oct 2020
It must have been even more fabulous before they flooded it.
This is a big area. Starts west of Canyonlands in Utah & ends at Marble Canyon in Arizona.
Although boating & water recreation is a given, there's also hiking & fishing at Lee's Ferry. Lots of marinas.
3 visitor centers - at Bullfrog, Carl Hayden in Page & Navajo Bridge in Marble Canyon.
This is a big area. Starts west of Canyonlands in Utah & ends at Marble Canyon in Arizona.
Although boating & water recreation is a given, there's also hiking & fishing at Lee's Ferry. Lots of marinas.
3 visitor centers - at Bullfrog, Carl Hayden in Page & Navajo Bridge in Marble Canyon.
Written October 27, 2020
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2doglady
Tennessee895 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
We were traveling to Page and came across the Glen Canyon Dam overlook and Visitor Center. The displays at the Visitor Center were very nicely done. They have a large window overlook inside and you can also take photos outside. A gift shop is inside here as well. Pick up a map here and you can find how to drive to the dam overlook down the road. We had not planned to stop here but we found this to be an enjoyable stop.
Written May 1, 2022
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265robin
Beloit, WI27 contributions
Mar 2022
not much of the area left to see due to low water levels. Can walk along bridge to see dam and over observation areas. The recreational area looks abandoned. Though we were there in march, i would have thought it would be busier. But.....i guess due to the water levels, not much to offer. sad
Written April 1, 2022
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831patriciar
Milwaukee, WI196 contributions
Aug 2021
beautiful area, the scenery is amazing. curvy roads, lots of different rock formations. there are places to stop and get out and take in the views, places for hiking and camping. bathrooms are clean along the way.
Written August 23, 2021
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RonandJoan
Puyallup, WA1,064 contributions
May 2019
We had read about and wanted to go to the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area but couldn’t find where on the map you could go to it. Turned out it was the entire area! We drove to and enjoyed a place and then saw the “official” sign for that one area. Apparently there are many differently-named areas there.
Written January 6, 2020
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David P
Monroe, WI153 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
We took an awesome hike on the Beehive trail, which is located half a mile from the visitor center at Glen Canyon Dam. You take a right out of the parking lot and then the first left is where the parking for the trail is located. The park ranger suggested doing this hike as it was an alternative to The Wave since that is so limited. It was a beautiful 2 mile round-trip hike. Make sure you take the side trail to the scenic lookout as well. Stunning views from the top! This was one of our favorite hikes while staying in Page.
Written October 16, 2023
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Alexis Zaccaria
Seattle, WA
How do I get to Glen Canyon National Recreation Area from Page, AZ? When I'm searching for ways to get there, I can't find anything. My friend and I are flying into Page and we will not have a car since we aren't of age to rent one yet. Is is mostly tours or are we able to get a cab service there?
finallyfree
Castries, St. Lucia879 contributions
Anybody can go there. You may even find folks at the car rental places going there that may give you a lift. Otherwise maybe use Uber.
Robin M
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States1 contribution
There seems to be many tour options for Antelope Canyon - we will be staying in Page and wondered which tour company would be a great guide for this Canyon .
thanks!
RxNCHikers
Asheville, NC28 contributions
We used Dixie Ellis lower canyon tour. Our tour guide was Jerome and he was great about showing us which pictures to make and also making pictures of our group (as well as others). It was the highlight of our AZ trip. The closer to noon you get your tour, the better the sun light coming through. Have a great experience!!
Denise2034
Byron Center, MI136 contributions
We will be out first week of April 2019. Thinking maybe Glen Canyon might be a stop we should make. Any recommendations on things to do for a fam with two teen daughters? We are not into long hikes, short ones preferred. Or even anything that doesn’t involve hiking. Thanks!!!
Nina W
Huntersville, NC33 contributions
I have gone to Lake Powell everyyear for about 15 years, and can recommend the visit to Glen Canyo Dam, along with the Antelope Canyon Navajo Indian tour--try to get there first thing in the AM or last trip in the PM due to colors of the canyon.
The boat trou tour to Rainbow is a great shorter hike, taking the tour boat from Wahweap Marina.
I have a house boat and would recommend any of the boat tours to see the rock formations.
Denise2034
Byron Center, MI136 contributions
We will be out first week of April 2019. Thinking maybe Glen Canyon might be a stop we should make. Any recommendations on things to do for a fam with two teen daughters? We are not into long hikes, short ones preferred. Or even anything that doesn’t involve hiking. Thanks!!!
nana93992015
New Castle, PA126 contributions
Take the Lake Powell guided boat tour. It starts out slow with a view of the dam but than goes into the canyon for breathtaking, off your feet, views along with Native American Music makes it fun for all ages! Bring your camera!
Weeksbraun
Wales2 contributions
Thinking of traveling from Moab to Glen Canyon for 2 days and staying 1 night in page. Is it worth the 4 hour drive and is it scenic? Thank you!
iamenu
Westminster, CO69 contributions
I enjoyed the cruise on Lake Powell, and there are a few diff options. It was pretty, but I wasn’t as taken with the scenery of Lake Powell as with other areas...we drove from Flagstaff so I’m not sure about how scenic the drive would be. I get the impression that it’s a long distance between highlights. That said, I was absolutely blown away by Antelope Canyon, which is right outside of Page. To me it was a highlight of our trip and although the tour is only an hour, I think it’s not to be missed. We did the lower Canyon and it was truly spectacular. Be aware, it can be VERY hot in summer, and you might have a wait to get in...they have a canopy, but it’s still hot.
AuntiejoSt_Louis
St. Louis3 contributions
Is the area accessible in the spring (March), and are there still things to do there?
Ralph P
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States52 contributions
Yes it is accessible in March -- probably no different than July. The weather is cool which would make for nice hiking and sightseeing -- better than July! However, Springtime can be windy.
Mainer2008
Portland, Maine9 contributions
Does anyone have a suggestion for a company that does float trips leaving/returning from /to Page? We are going to be there next week. There are two adults and two teens. Thx
TGB40
Calgary, Canada447 contributions
Take a look at Colorado River Discovery. Think they might be exactly what you are looking for.
agentCodyboy
Vancouver, Canada335 contributions
does the "1-7 Day Vehicle Pass - $15" (according to the Glen Canyon National Area site) includes Wahweap Marina, Lone Rock park, the Glen Canyon Dam and Antelope Point entrance? so basically I pay $15 and I can get into all these parks within 7 days?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Glen Canyon National Recreation Area:
- Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend Small-Group Tour from Sedona or Flagstaff (From $284.51)
- Arizona Highlights - Antelope Canyon and Lake Powell Flight with River Rafting (From $679.00)
- Arizona Desert Helicopter Tour Including Tower Butte Landing (From $279.00)
- Two Hour Boat Tour of Antelope Canyon in Page (From $219.00)
- 2-Hour Antelope Canyon Photo Boating Excursion (From $199.00)
- Hotels near Glen Canyon National Recreation Area:
- (2.07 mi) The Bear's Den B&B
- (1.93 mi) Rose Walk Inn
- (1.60 mi) Grandview Inn Bed & Breakfast
- (2.20 mi) Lake Powell Motel
- (1.59 mi) Hyatt Place Page Lake Powell
- Restaurants near Glen Canyon National Recreation Area:
- (1.86 mi) BirdHouse
- (1.82 mi) Bonkers Restaurant
- (1.92 mi) Hot N Sweet Coffee and Donut Shop
- (1.85 mi) Ranch House Grille
- (1.91 mi) Blue Buddha Sushi Lounge
- Attractions near Glen Canyon National Recreation Area:
- (0.01 mi) Carl Hayden Visitor Center Page
- (0.02 mi) Glen Canyon Dam
- (0.55 mi) Hanging Gardens Trail
- (4.14 mi) Horseshoe Bend
- (1.71 mi) Skoony's Lake Powell Adventure
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