Cataract CanyonAll groups traveling through Cataract Canyon must cross a portion of Lake Powell. The location where the river ends and the lake begins varies throughout the year. Given the distances involved and the frequency of strong, up-canyon winds, motors are recommended. Camping below Imperial Rapid is limited, especially for large groups. Many former camps are now perched on dried mud flats 20 to 30 feet above the river. 
NPS/T. Spake North Wash TakeoutNorth Wash takeout is located off of State Highway 95 in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Takeout construction is complete as of June 2026. The temporary, high-durability ramp can be used by boaters.Upper Lot is long term parking. No camping is allowed. Vault toilets are available in the Upper Lot. Lower Lot is a staging area only. Keep road clear for traffic to flow. The ramp is steep and four-wheel-drive is strongly recommended. Vehicles should keep all tires on the ramp and out of the water for safety. One vehicle and trailer are advised to use the ramp at a time. View the traffic flow map for details. BullfrogBullfrog North Launch Ramp (approximately 50 miles down lake from North Wash) is available for take-out to small vessels with the help of boilerplate extensions. The left lane will become operable to large vessels, including houseboats, at 3529 ft. Check Glen Canyon National Recreation Area for updates on specific ramps and the current lake level. Plan for additional hours (or days) to motor down lake depending on high or low water. PFDs are needed and expect sand waves, Class II-III rapids, mud shelves, and shallow water with wood debris. Quagga/Zebra Mussel Advisory Due to the presence of invasive mussels in Lake Powell, all UT and AZ law requires boaters to clean, drain, and dry their vessels after takeout. Learn more about aquatic invasive species management here. |
Last updated: June 25, 2026