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Boating At Lake Powell In Utah

By AA-Boats & Boating Staff Writers

Lake Powell, Utah

Free Public Boating & Watersport Activities

Lake Powell is a magnificent reservoir located on the Colorado River in Utah, near the Arizona border. Spanning across the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, this massive lake is surrounded by breathtaking red rock cliffs and offers a unique and awe-inspiring landscape.

As one of the most popular boating destinations in the United States, Lake Powell attracts boaters from far and wide. Boating enthusiasts can navigate its vast expanse of water, explore numerous narrow canyons, and discover hidden coves and beaches.

Lake Powell boasts several marinas that provide essential services for boaters, including fueling stations, boat rentals, and other amenities. Visitors can easily access these marinas for boat maintenance or to launch their watercraft.

For those seeking an adrenaline rush, Lake Powell offers an array of popular water sports such as water skiing, wakeboarding, and tubing. The calm waters of the lake make it ideal for both beginners and experienced water sports enthusiasts.

Numerous boat launch ramps are available along the shores of Lake Powell, making it convenient for boaters to enter the water and start their adventures without hassle.

Boating season at Lake Powell typically spans from late spring to early fall, as the warmer months offer more favorable weather conditions and water temperatures for outdoor activities.

Fishing at Lake Powell is another favorite pastime, with anglers coming to catch species like bass, catfish, and bluegill. The lake's diverse aquatic ecosystem provides ample opportunities for a rewarding fishing experience.

For those who wish to spend more time surrounded by the stunning beauty of Lake Powell, camping facilities are available at various locations, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural wonders of the area while enjoying their boating adventures. Nearby cities like Page, Arizona, and Kanab, Utah, offer convenient access to the lake and serve as excellent bases for exploring the surrounding attractions. Lake Powell remains a premier destination for boating enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, offering an unforgettable experience amidst the striking landscapes of the American Southwest.

Boating, camping and fishing.

Possibly the most beautiful boating destination in the country, Lake Powell is 190 miles of spectacular scenery and great fishing. This 160,000-acre reservoir on the southern border of the state has 1,960 miles of shoreline. Avid outdoor enthusiasts will want to make plans to spend extended time in this outdoor paradise where camping, house boating or staying at nearby hotels all offer experiences that become Lasting memories. Hite, Bullfrog and Halls Crossing are the three entry points from Utah. Wahweap, near Page, AZ, is the entry point from Arizona. As you traverse the lake, the terrain changes many times providing boaters with differing views along the way. Fishing enthusiasts come to catch bass, crappie, walleye, trout, catfish, sunfish, perch, stripers and northern pike. Glen Canyon Dam creates this reservoir on the Colorado River as a vacation paradise for all kinds of watersport activities from sightseeing, to fishing, to vacationing on one of the rental houseboats. There are camping and lodging facilities at the major entry points, most of which offer a variety of boat rentals.

Area Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

Camping

Bullfrog Basin Campground - 888 896-3829

Halls Crossing Campground - 800 528-6154

Lone Rock Beach Campground - 928 608-6200

Page Lake Powell Campground - 928 645-3374

Wahweap RV & Campground - 888 896-3829

Lake Powell information for fishing and camping from Arizona.

Lake Powell Map

Fishing

Fish species found in Lake Powell include largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, walleye, rainbow trout, brown trout, bluegill, green sunfish, yellow perch, striped bass and northern pike.

Largemouth bass Smallmouth bass Channel catfish Black crappie Walleye Rainbow trout Brown trout Bluegill Green Sunfish Yellow Perch Striped bass Northern pike

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Local Contact Information

Halls Crossing Marina
UT-276
Halls Crossing, UT 84533
435 684-7000

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