Straddling the borders of Utah and Arizona, Lake Powell is a man-made reservoir on the Colorado River, and was created by the flooding of Glen Canyon by the Glen Canyon Dam. Lake Powell covers an impressive amount of territory across the American West with 186 miles long and nearly 2,000 miles of shoreline.
In 1963 when Glen Canyon Dam was built to hold back waters from the Colorado River, it created the vast and beautiful lake we know today. Surrounded by majestic sandstone walls, Lake Powell is America’s second largest man-made lake. Surprisingly, it took 17 years for the lake to fill the canyon and has become the ultimate destination for tons of water fun, including Houseboating, lodging, camping and RV vacations.
Covering 1.25 million acre, you’ll find endless options for water-based activities, serious backcountry hikes, scenic viewpoints and bike trails in Lake Powell and the Glen canyon Recreational Area.
Boating is by far the most popular activity whether you have your own or you are wanting to rent. For those who have their own boats, there are five marinas, four of which have launch ramps. Unfortunately, due to lower lake levels, a number of marinas have had to close or the availability of some services have changed.
You can rent all types of boats and personal watercraft; from Powerboats to Pontoons, Houseboats to Jet-ski boats, the choice is limitless! Glen Canyon is all about the water sports, so if you want to see the lake at a slower pace, rent a Kayak or Paddleboard. There are a number of boat tours and float trips down the Colorado river if you want someone else to take over the helm.
Lake Powell is also a popular spot to go fishing, the lake is teeming with smallmouth and largemouth bass, striped bass, walleye catfish, crappie and bluegill. Since the lake borders the Utah and Arizona line, be sure you have a fishing license from both states.
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