Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is a conservation and recreation area that is part of the U.S. National Park Service, located in Lake Powell, Utah. This recreation area encompasses over 1.25 million acres of mostly rugged desert terrain. The Colorado River and its tributaries, including the San Juan, Escalante, Paria, and Dirty Devil rivers, wind through the Colorado Plateau, forming a dynamic landscape of complex water and desert environments. The vast and diverse landscapes of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area provide unparalleled opportunities for a variety of water-and-land-based recreational activities. Some of those activities include mountain-biking, hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking, whitewater-rafting, climbing, and boating.
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, 4304 Bullfrog Road, Lake Powell, UT, Phone: 928-608-6200
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- 1. Plan & Book:
- Visit the website and book directly, or call ahead to confirm hours.
- Find your stay: If needed, search for Hotel Deals nearby. Read reviews and book directly with the hotel, requesting any special amenities (romantic, kid-friendly, pet-friendly).
- Book your flight: If flying, compare flights and book directly with the airline. Add your frequent flier number and reserve your seat.
- Plan your trip:
- Estimate your driving time: Use Google Maps (click the blue 'Directions' arrow in the search box).
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