Alerts & Conditions

Alerts

Park Closure

• Charles Hall Ferry temporarily out of service

  Alert 1 , Severity ,closure ,, Charles Hall Ferry temporarily out of service UDOT Ferry wedge at Halls Crossing is being moved to its low-water position. Ferry will be out of service Wednesday, 09/19/2018 and part of Thursday, 09/20/2018 until installation of the docking wedge is complete.
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Caution

• Watch Your Step on Lake Powell Beaches

  Alert 1 , Severity ,caution ,, Watch Your Step on Lake Powell Beaches Quagga mussel shells are sharp and tiny. They will cut through skin, clothes, and paws. Please wear water shoes and put booties on your pets when recreating on beaches.
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• Warning buoys at Castle Rock Cut and Anchovy Point due to low lake levels

  Alert 2 , Severity ,caution ,, Warning buoys at Castle Rock Cut and Anchovy Point due to low lake levels The portion of Lake Powell between Glen Canyon Dam and Wahweap Marina commonly known as Anchovy Point is marked with no-wake buoys. Castle Rock Cut now marked use at your own risk. The water is estimated to be between eight and ten feet deep.
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Information

• Portion of Antelope Point Launch Ramp closed

  Alert 1 , Severity ,information ,, Portion of Antelope Point Launch Ramp closed Due to lowering water levels in Lake Powell, the west half of Antelope Point Launch Ramp will be closed for launching vessels. The kayak launching area will still be open as will the east side of the ramp for launching boats.
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View the park webcams, most positioned at launch ramps and marinas, to see park conditions district by district.

Check the Seasonal Hours to see what times the places you want to visit are open.

All News Releases cover breaking news about Glen Canyon and your visit here.

 

Drive slowly, have patience, and follow the signs.

City of Page Police Department

Horseshoe Bend

The iconic Horseshoe Bend is a busy place. Improvements at Horseshoe Bend Overlook are currently underway, including a new accessible trail, shade structures, and a larger parking lot. A new viewing platform at the rim opened Summer 2018. Although the parking lot has been expanded several times, vehicle congestion still remains a safety issue.

The parking lot is reaching capacity almost daily between 10 am and 12 noon, forcing the Page Police Department to turn away newly arriving visitors. Once the parking lot is full, no alternative parking is available and visitors must return at a different time. Parking is prohibited along US Highway 89 and violators will be cited. The best time to find parking is prior to 10 am or between 4 and 6 pm.

 

Remember to cover up when in the sun. Wear hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses.

NPS/Stephanie Metzler

Weather Conditions

Don't let the high mid-day temps fool you, autumn is almost here. Prepare yourself for variable weather conditions by dressing in layers and wearing a hat and sunblock. Northern Arizona is known for unpredictable winds. Afternoon storms can bring flash floods, even when the skies are blue above you. Check the forecast, especially before boating. A good place to start is the National Weather Service forecast for Page, AZ.

 

We must work together to make a great park visit for all.

NPS

Have Patience in Busy Settings

We know you are excited to explore the park, and so are all your fellow visitors. This can make for busy and hectic conditions on roads, in parking lots, on launch ramps, and on the water. Keep yourself and everyone safe by driving with caution, respecting speed limits, and staying aware of your surroundings.

There are plenty of spots for solitude in Glen Canyon's backcountry and Lake Powell's coves, but expect crowded conditions in popular frontcountry areas. Have patience and enjoy the journey.

 

Be sure to check weather forecasts before your day on the water.

NPS

On the Water

The lake level is changing every day—watch for new rocks and obstacles during your visit.

Check the National Weather Service Marine webpage for 3-day forecasts and specific information on wind, storm, and heat conditions at Lake Powell.

Visit the Bureau of Reclamation Water Operations webpage for data on lake levels, inflow, and release.

 

Both Arizona and Utah are experiencing drought.

Be Careful with Campfires

While fire restrictions have been lifted in Glen Canyon, wildfire is always a risk. Please use appropriate methods to contain fires, build them in areas free of vegetation, and be certain that fires are completely extinguished after use. Rememer, fireworks are prohibited on park lands.

 

Want to know more? Look no further!

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Ongoing News

Are you looking for more in-depth or ongoing information about Glen Canyon? Check our Advisories page for updated happenings and important issues.