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Protected area in Arizona and Utah, US
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Glen Canyon is a vast United States National Recreation Area in Utah's Canyon Country.
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A small monument located about 50 miles uplake (about a two-hour boat ride) from the Glen Canyon Dam, set around the world's largest known natural bridge. The monument can be accessed from a wharf on the lake, followed by a short walk up the canyon.
A geological feature of the Colorado River consisting of a grotto with high, vaulting walls and a deep central pool of water.
The Grill at Offshore Marina offers fresh food off the grill, deli sandwiches and salad bar. It's located within the Chevron at Offshore Marina.
50 rooms, Anasazi Restaurant and Lounge. Family Units, small boat rentals.
Near Bullfrog Marina
4 miles from Wahweap Marina
Adjacent to Bullfrog Marina.
Located in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, this is one of the nicest campgrounds in the National Park System. With a stunning view of Wahweap Bay, there is an eco-friendly campground store, coin operated showers and laundry room. All camp sites have charcoal grills and picnic tables. Only a short distance to boat launch ramps, swim beaches, boat tours and small boat rentals.
Getting into Lake Powell pretty much requires a boat launched from a local marina, as the lake is surrounded by steep sandstone cliffs—that is, unless you are very ambitious.
Read in the guideA number of companies provide guided tours of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and Lake Powell that include transportation from the surrounding areas.
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