Changing Lake Levels

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

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By December 2021, it was no longer a walk down the rocks to the water.
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. 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 (05/22/2022)

3528.33 ft

 

Low water effects to launch ramps and services

Location	Availability			More Information
	Houseboats	Small Motorized Vessels	Non- Motorized Vessels
Wahweap Main Launch Ramp	Inoperable	Inoperable	Available	Closed to motorized vessels. Available for paddlecraft launching only. Day-use-only parking spaces are available on the left side of the ramp and a designated short-term loading and unloading area is available near the courtesy dock. Please follow the guidance provided on signage at this location.
Wahweap Auxiliary Launch Ramp	Inoperable	Inoperable	Inoperable	Ramp closed to all vessels.
Wahweap Stateline Launch Ramp	Inoperable	Inoperable	Launch at own risk	Ramp closed to launch/retrieval of motorized vessels. Drive halfway down the ramp to access the Stateline Auxiliary Ramp.
Wahweap Stateline Auxiliary Launch Ramp	Available	Available	Unavailable	Open to motorized vessels. There may be partial lane closure delays for construction. Prepare all boats in the Stateline Main Ramp parking lot before accessing the auxiliary ramp. Boat launch and retrieval will only occur on installed boiler plate materials and the useable area will be marked.
Wahweap Swim Beach	N/A	N/A	Inoperable	Beach and parking lot are closed due to boat activity from Stateline Auxiliary Launch Ramp.
Castle Rock Cut	Inoperable	Inoperable	Inoperable	Unable to navigate.
Antelope Point Public Launch Ramp	Inoperable	Inoperable	Available	Public Ramp closed to motorized vessels. Available for paddlecraft launching only. Extension not possible due to topography. Switchback in place to remedy steepness of access to the marina.
Antelope Point Business Ramp	Inoperable	Unknown	Unknown	Services unavailable. Contact the valet services for more information about when vessels can be accommodated.
Halls Crossing Launch Ramp	Inoperable	Inoperable	Launch at own risk	Closed to motorized vessels. Available for paddlecraft launching only. Extension not possible due to topography.
UDOT Ferry and Launch Ramps	Inoperable	Inoperable	Inoperable	Ramps closed. More information regarding the Lake Powell Ferry provided by UDOT.
Bullfrog North Launch Ramp	Inoperable	Available	Available	Available for small vessels. View flow of traffic and area map. A courtesy dock is available at the ramp.
Bullfrog Main Launch Ramp	Inoperable	Inoperable	Launch at own risk	Ramp inoperable to all motorized vessels.
Bullfrog Main Launch Ramp Spur	Inoperable	Inoperable	Inoperable	Closed due to rising lake levels.
Stanton Creek Primitive Area	Inoperable	Inoperable	Launch at own risk	Primitive rock and sand beach. Launch area is inoperable. Launch at your own risk
Hite Ramp	Inoperable	Inoperable	Launch at own risk	Hite Launch Ramp out of water.
Rainbow Bridge National Monument	Inoperable	Approach at own risk	Approach at own risk	Boat docks do not reach the trail to Rainbow Bridge. Beach vessels at your own risk. Hiking permits around Navajo Mountain from Navajo Parks & Recreation.

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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
  Cookie Jar - closed
  Latitude 37 - closed

• RV park, campground, campground store – open 8am-4pm

• 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 Fuel Dock - open 9am-4pm
• Stateline Fuel Dock - open 9am-4pm

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

• Boat Rentals - open 8am-5pm
  Dock 'n stock – closed

• Boat Tours – will go if there is enough interest. Check Lake Powell Resorts for schedule.

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

   Antelope Point Marina

• Marina Services - open
• Marina Business Launch Ramp - open 7am-6pm, available though valet services only
• Visitor Center Gift Shop - 
• Boat Rentals - open 8am-4pm
• Fuel Dock - open 8am-4pm
• Marketplace Store: open 8am-4pm
• Boat tours - closed
• RV park - 
• Jadi Tooh Restaurant - open Thursday-Saturday 11am-7pm, Sunday - Wednesday 11am-3pm
• Grandma Betty's Snack Cafe': open Friday-Sunday 7am-11pm

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

   Dangling Rope Marina

Dangling Rope Marina is closed indefinitely due to storm damage.

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 – open 10am-3pm

• Bullfrog Fuel Dock – open 9am-4pm

• Boat Rentals – open 9am-4pm
  Dock N Stock – closed

• Upper gift shop – open 10am-3pm

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

• RV Campground, tent campground – open 10am-3pm

• Anasazi Restaurant - closed

• Kiva Lounge – closed

• Marine Service Center (access to private vessels in slips or on bouys) – open weekdays 9am-4pm

• Marina Office/Executive Services – open

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

• Bullfrog Shuttle – closed

• 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 – closed

• Village Store – closed

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

• Halls Crossing Marina Store – open 9am-4pm

• Snack Bar – closed

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

• Convenience Store Fuel – open 24 hrs self service

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

No Lake Access from Hite.

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.

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