Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
9 campgrounds in the park · 102 nearby · 21 free and dispersed sites within 50 mi
Photo: NPS Photo / T Sigmon
3 current alerts
As of Sep 20, 2026 · from nps.gov
- CautionLees Ferry Campground Partial ClosureThe upper loop of the Lees Ferry Campground is closed for renovations. Large equipment will be paving at the Lees Ferry campground. Do not enter construction area.
- CautionLake Powell Recreational Water AdvisoryAny time that you do recreational activities (swimming, water skiing, making sand castles, etc.) on the beaches or in the waters of Lake Powell you are strongly encouraged to follow basic hygiene practices. A number of conditions can cause potential water quality issues on Lake Powell, at Lees Ferry, and on Colorado River tributaries.
- Park closureLaunch Ramp UpdatesLake level changes will influence the functionality of all launch ramps. Find updated status of all launch ramps at the link.
At a glance
- Entrance
- $30 per vehicle
- Open
- Year-round
- In the park
- 9 campgrounds
- Near the park
- 102 campgroundsWithin 50 mi
- Free and dispersed
- 21 sitesWithin 50 mi
- Annual pass
- $55Glen Canyon only
Where to camp
Camping in the park 9
- National Park
Bullfrog RV & Campground
In the park · Halls Crossing, UT
- National Park
Wahweap Campground & RV Park
In the park · Page, AZ
Camping near the park 102
- Aerial viewCampground
Camp site
0.6 mi · Page, AZ
- Aerial viewCampground
Page Lake Powell Campground
3.0 mi · Page, AZ
Free and dispersed nearby 21
See them on the map- Ropes TrailPage, AZ1.2 mi
- Ferry SwalePage, AZ3.3 mi
- 9 MilePage, AZ4.2 mi
- 8 MilePage, AZ4.5 mi
- 6 MilePage, AZ5.9 mi
- Camp siteLeChee, UT10 mi
Services nearby: 4 dump stations · 2 rest areas
About Glen Canyon
Encompassing over 1.25 million acres, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area offers unparalleled opportunities for water-based & backcountry recreation. The recreation area stretches for hundreds of miles from Lees Ferry in Arizona to the Orange Cliffs of…
Encompassing over 1.25 million acres, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area offers unparalleled opportunities for water-based & backcountry recreation. The recreation area stretches for hundreds of miles from Lees Ferry in Arizona to the Orange Cliffs of southern Utah, encompassing scenic vistas, geologic wonders, and a vast panorama of human history.
Photos: NPS Photo
Things to do
- Auto and ATV
- ATV Off-Roading
- Auto Off-Roading
- Scenic Driving
- Astronomy
- Stargazing
- Biking
- Road Biking
- Boating
Plan your visit
Getting there
There are multiple districts in Glen Canyon very far away from each other. Avoid a two hundred mile detour and make sure you know which district you are going to before you begin travelling here.
Weather
The weather in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is usually typical for the high deserts. Summers are extremely hot with little, if any, shade. Winters are moderately cold with night time lows often below freezing…
Plan your visit
Fees and passes
- Private vehicle$30
- Motorcycle, 7 days$25
- Per person$15
- Glen Canyon annual pass$55
Hours
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is open 24 hours per day, year-round. If there is not a person staffing the entrance station, you may pay your entrance fee at the automated fee machine. Launch ramps are open all day, unless closed due to low water.
Getting there
There are multiple districts in Glen Canyon very far away from each other. Avoid a two hundred mile detour and make sure you know which district you are going to before you begin travelling here.
Weather
The weather in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is usually typical for the high deserts. Summers are extremely hot with little, if any, shade. Winters are moderately cold with night time lows often below freezing. Spring weather is highly variable and unpredictable with extended periods of winds. Fall weather is usually nice and mild, a great time to beat the heat (and the crowds!).
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