Changing Lake Levels

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Kayakers scramble down Antelope Point Public Launch Ramp in March 2021
Credit: NPS

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Water level continues to drop at Antelope Point Public Launch Ramp in June 2021
Credit: NPS

 

Glen Canyon is home to dynamic and constantly changing landscape.

Since 2001, declining water levels due to climate change and 20 years of drought have reshaped Lake Powell’s shoreline. Today we are experiencing low lake levels and their effects on boat ramp access points, on-lake facilities, and the landscape.

• Significant changes to the shoreline will affect usability of boat launch ramps throughout the year, especially in warmer months. We ask visitors to plan ahead and prepare for longer lines, limited parking and congestion at boat ramps and docks. To relieve launch ramp congestion, please ready your boat at a nearby parking lot before driving to launch ramps. View the current status of your preferred launch destination before heading to the lake.
• On Lake Powell, boaters should be aware that as water levels drop, channels may narrow leading to increased boat congestion. Boaters should exercise caution in all areas of Lake Powell. Availability of restrooms, floating walkways, pump out, fuel and convenient stations may vary. View the current status of on-lake facilities.

There are many new places to explore as water levels change, and the scenic shoreline is always evolving. Check current lake levels to plan ahead and prepare for your visit to Glen Canyon. Learn more about boating safety and make every trip to Lake Powell a safe and enjoyable one.

For real time lake level information, view the Bureau of Reclamation's Upper Colorado River HydroData or 40-Day Water Operations. To learn more about the Upper Colorado River Basin and the operations of Glen Canyon Dam, visit the Bureau of Reclamation's website.

 

Lake Powell Elevation (09/22/2021)

3546.60 ft

 

Water Effects to Launch Ramps and Services

Availability	Launch Ramp	More Information
Partially Open	Wahweap Main	Closed to motorized vessels. Available for paddlecraft launching only.
Partially Open	Wahweap Auxilliary	Limited to launching motorized vessels that are 36' or less in length and do not require Arizona Department of Transportation oversize permitting for highway travel (up to 8 feet 6 inches vessel beam width). Two vessels at a time only. No courtesy dock. Use caution navigation this narrow ramp. Four-wheel drive vehicles are highly recommended. Hours of ramp operation 6:00am to 30 minutes before sunset daily. Hours are Mountain Standard Time (Arizona time).
Partially Open	Wahweap Stateline Auxiliary	Partially open for limited launch and retrieval of vessels 36 feet and larger only. Open 7am to 4pm. Private individuals who are launching or retrieving vessels at Stateline Auxiliary Ramp must schedule their activity by calling [phone]. Will open for all boat traffic October 1, 2021.
Open	Antelope Point Business Ramp	Available with a valet fee. Antelope Business Ramp is still launching and retrieving vessels 30' and under. Any vessels larger than 30' should contact the valet services at: 928- 645-5900 ext. 5032 to see if the vessel can be accommodated.
Partially Open	Bullfrog North	Launching only available for non-motorized vessels until temporary ramp extensions can be installed.
Partially Open	Hall’s Crossing	Closed to motorized vessels. Available for paddlecraft launching only. Extension not possible due to topography.
Partially Open	Bullfrog Main	Launching available on spur to the side of the main ramp via temporary ramp extensions (boiler plates) that are 25 foot wide by 80 foot long.
Partially Open	Antelope Point	Public Ramp closed to motorized vessels. Available for paddlecraft launching only. Extension not possible due to topography (underwater cliff). Switchback in place to remedy steepness of access to the marina.
Closed	Wahweap Stateline	Ramp closed for construction. Restrooms closed.
Closed	Hite Ramp	Hite Launch Ramp out of water.
Closed	Castle Rock Cut	Unable to navigate.
Closed	Wahweap Swim Beach	Beach and parking lot are closed due to construction at Stateline Auxiliary Ramp.
Closed	UDOT Ferry	Ramp closed. More information regarding the Lake Powell Ferry provided by UDOT.

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Lake Powell Marina Services

Services currently available at all Glen Canyon marinas.

   Wahweap Marina

Wahweap operates on Arizona (Mountain Standard) Time Year-round

• Lake Powell Resort – open 24 hrs

• Restaurants:
  Rainbow Room - open 6am-10am 5pm-9pm
  Driftwood Lounge - open 11am-9pm
  Wind Coffee Bar - open to go 6am-4pm
  Pool Bar - closed
  Wahweap Grille - closed
  Latitude 37 - open 11am-9pm

• RV park, campground, campground store – open 8am-5pm

• Lake Powell Lodge Gift Shop- open 9am-6pm

• Sports Gift Shop - closed

• Marina Store – open 9am-5pm

• Sinclair Gas Station – pay at the pump open 24 hours, retail open 10am-2pm

• Wahweap Marina Offices (access to private vessels in slips or on buoys) – open 9am-4pm

• Boat Rentals - open 8am-5pm

• Dock 'n stock – open 9am-5pm

• Boat Tours – closed

Hours vary by season, check on seasonal hours current times. 

   Antelope Point Marina

• Marina Services - open
• Marina Business Launch Ramp - open 7am-7pm, available though valet services only
• Visitor Center Gift Shop - open 8am-4pm
• Boat Rentals - open 7am-7pm
• Fuel Dock - open 7am-7pm
• Marketplace Store: open 8am-4pm
• Boat tours - closed
• RV park - open
• Jadi Tooh Restaurant - open 11am-8pm
• Grandma Betty's Snack Cafe': open 7am-11pm

Hours vary by season, check on seasonal hours current times.

   Dangling Rope Marina

Dangling Rope Marina electric and water facilities repairs continue. All hours subject to change due to ongoing construction.
As this is the only place to get boat fuel between the Wahweap Marina downlake and the Halls Crossing/Bullfrog Marinas uplake, boaters are advised to plan accordingly.

• Snack Bar - closed
• Retail Store - closed
• Fuel dock - closed due to damage from high winds
• Restrooms - closed
• Boat repair - closed
• Pumpout - closed

Hours vary by season, check on seasonal hours current times.

   Bullfrog Marina

Bullfrog, Halls Crossing, and Hite are currently on Utah (Mountain Standard) Time:

• Defiance House Lodge, family units – open 7am-11pm

• Bullfrog Fuel Dock – open 9am-4pm

• Land-based portable toilet dumps, microflush toilets - open

• Boat Rentals – open 8am-5pm

• Upper gift shop – open 7am-11pm

• Dock N Stock – open 9am-pm

• Corner Store & gas station – pay at the pump open 24 hours (store 9am-5pm)

• RV Campground, tent campground – open 7am-11pm

• Anasazi Restaurant - closed

• Kiva Lounge – closed

• Northlake Marine Service Center (access to private vessels in slips or on bouys) – open 8am-5pm

• Marina Office/Executive Services – open

• Bullfrog Clinic/Urgent Care – open Fridays 9am-5pm

• Stanton Creek – open

• Bullfrog Shuttle – open by request only, 9am-4pm

• Halls Crossing/Bullfrog Ferry –closed due to low lake levels. Call [phone] or check the ferry page of UDOT's website for more information.

Hours vary by season, check on seasonal hours current times.

   Halls Crossing Marina

Bullfrog, Halls Crossing, and Hite are currently on Utah (Mountain Standard) Time:

• Halls Crossing fuel dock – closed due to low water

• Halls Crossing RV Park, Campground – open 9am-5pm

• Village Store – open 9am-5pm

• Village Store fuel – pay at the pump open 24 hours

• Halls Crossing Marina Store – open 9am-5pm

• Snack Bar – closed

• Northlake Marine Service Center (access to private vessels in slips or on buoys) – open

• Land-based portable toilet dumps, microflush toilets - open

• Halls Crossing/Bullfrog Ferry – closed due to low water levels. Call [phone] or check the ferry page of UDOT's website for more information.

Hours vary by season, check on seasonal hours current times.

   Hite Marina

Bullfrog, Halls Crossing, and Hite are currently on Utah (Mountain Standard) Time:

• Ticaboo Store and Registration Office: open 10am-4pm, closed Tuesdays

• Convenience Store Fuel – out of service

• Hite Primitive Camping Areas – Primitive camping on beaches or in primitive environments. No designated campsites. Upper camping area closed.
   

Hours vary by season, check on seasonal hours current times.

 

 

Changing lake levels has left this floating restroom stranded on rock.
The bathroom, once located near Dominguez Butte has been moved to deeper water as of June 2021.

NPS