National Parks / Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area — AZ,UT
Encompassing over 1.25 million acres, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area offers unparalleled opportunities for water-based & backcountry recreation. The recreation area stretches for hundreds of miles from Lees Ferry in Arizona to the Orange Cliffs of southern Utah, encompassing scenic vistas, geologic wonders, and a vast panorama of human history.
Current Alerts
- CautionLees Ferry Campground Partial Closure
The upper loop of the Lees Ferry Campground is closed through September 30th for renovations. Large equipment will be paving at the Lees Ferry campground. Upper loop construction will continue until September 30, 2026. Do not enter construction area.
More info → - CautionLake Powell Recreational Water Advisory
Any time that you do recreational activities (swimming, water skiing, making sand castles, etc.) on the beaches or in the waters of Lake Powell you are strongly encouraged to follow basic hygiene practices. A number of conditions can cause potential water quality issues on Lake Powell, at Lees Ferry, and on Colorado River tributaries.
More info → - Park ClosureLaunch Ramp Updates
Lake level changes will influence the functionality of all launch ramps. Find updated status of all launch ramps at the link.
More info →
Source: National Park Service.
Upcoming Events
- Dam TalkSun Aug 23 2026Programs are located inside the Carl Hayden Visitor Center at Glen Canyon Dam. The dam is located on the Colorado River near page Arizona on Hwy 89.
- Evening Programs at Wahweap AmphitheaterSun Aug 23 2026The Wahweap amphitheater is located in the Wahweap Campground, across from the campground store. From the intersection of Lakeshore Dr and Wahweap Dr, go straight for about 1000 ft, then turn left at the "Wahweap Campground" sign. This parking lot also hosts the RV dump station.
- Hanging Garden Guided HikeThu Aug 27 2026The trailhead for Hanging Garden is on a dirt road just south of Glen canyon Dam on Hwy 89. Park your vehicle at the trailhead to begin the hike. Please do not block the road.
- Astronomy Nights at Wahweap AmphitheaterFri Aug 28 2026The Wahweap amphitheater is located in the Wahweap Campground, across from the campground store. From the intersection of Lakeshore Dr and Wahweap Dr, go straight for about 1000 ft, then turn left at the "Wahweap Campground" sign. This parking lot also hosts the RV dump station.
- Evening Programs at Wahweap AmphitheaterSat Aug 29 2026The Wahweap amphitheater is located in the Wahweap Campground, across from the campground store. From the intersection of Lakeshore Dr and Wahweap Dr, go straight for about 1000 ft, then turn left at the "Wahweap Campground" sign. This parking lot also hosts the RV dump station.
- Art in the Park - WorkshopsFri Sep 18 2026Pera Club 445 Haul Road, Page, AZ
- Art in the Park - Artist Reception & Silent AuctionSat Sep 19 2026Pera Club 445 Haul Road, Page, AZ
- Art in the Park - Plein Air PaintingSat Sep 19 2026Dirt lot on the east side of Glen Canyon Bridge. Highway 89 north of Page, AZ.