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Glide out of Wahweap Bay on a 90‑minute cruise to the Glen Canyon Dam and canyon walls of Lake Powell. This easy, family‑friendly outing mixes close-up geology, reservoir history, and steady, guided narration—ideal for photographers and travelers short on time.
Glide out of Wahweap Bay on a 90‑minute cruise to the Glen Canyon Dam and canyon walls of Lake Powell. This easy, family‑friendly outing mixes close-up geology, reservoir history, and steady, guided narration—ideal for photographers and travelers short on time.
Morning light strips across Lake Powell as the shuttle eases out of Wahweap Bay and the boat’s wake sketches bright lines against red sandstone.
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Operated by Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas Boat Tours · Page, Arizona
Morning light strips across Lake Powell as the shuttle eases out of Wahweap Bay and the boat’s wake sketches bright lines against red sandstone.
The 90‑minute cruise centers on Glen Canyon Dam — the second‑largest concrete arch dam in the U.S. — and threads along towering Navajo Sandstone cliffs that record millions of years of wind and water. You’ll pass stretches of Antelope Canyon’s outer walls and wide, sculpted benches where intermittent streams once carved the desert; the landscape reads like a geological ledger, each layer a different season of the Colorado Plateau.
Human history lives here too: the dam, completed in the 1960s as part of the postwar push for western water and power, altered river flows and created Lake Powell, now a major recreational reservoir that sits alongside Navajo Nation lands. Local guides often point out cultural sites visible from the water and note how the lake’s shoreline rises and falls with drought cycles.
Practical details are straightforward. Boarding begins 15 minutes before a 90‑minute departure; arrive 30 minutes early at Lake Powell Resorts. The boat has onboard restrooms and shaded seating, making this an easy outing for families and travelers with limited mobility. Bring layered sun protection, a refillable water bottle, and a camera with a wide lens for canyon walls and dam angles. Expect steady, smooth motion but plan for strong sun and wind on open decks. This cruise is less a strenuous challenge than a clear, paced way to see Lake Powell’s geology, history, and broad desert light from the water.
The tour is approximately 90 minutes from boarding to return.
Yes, the boat is equipped with onboard restrooms and shaded seating.
Yes; the vessel and meeting point are listed as wheelchair accessible—contact the operator for specific assistance needs.
You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure; trips may be canceled for bad weather or insufficient travelers.
Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas Boat Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Morning light strips across Lake Powell as the shuttle eases out of Wahweap Bay and the boat’s wake sketches bright lines against red sandstone.
Morning light strips across Lake Powell as the shuttle eases out of Wahweap Bay and the boat’s wake sketches bright lines against red sandstone.
The 90‑minute cruise centers on Glen Canyon Dam — the second‑largest concrete arch dam in the U.S. — and threads along towering Navajo Sandstone cliffs that record millions of years of wind and water. You’ll pass stretches of Antelope Canyon’s outer walls and wide, sculpted benches where intermittent streams once carved the desert; the landscape reads like a geological ledger, each layer a different season of the Colorado Plateau.
Human history lives here too: the dam, completed in the 1960s as part of the postwar push for western water and power, altered river flows and created Lake Powell, now a major recreational reservoir that sits alongside Navajo Nation lands. Local guides often point out cultural sites visible from the water and note how the lake’s shoreline rises and falls with drought cycles.
Practical details are straightforward. Boarding begins 15 minutes before a 90‑minute departure; arrive 30 minutes early at Lake Powell Resorts. The boat has onboard restrooms and shaded seating, making this an easy outing for families and travelers with limited mobility. Bring layered sun protection, a refillable water bottle, and a camera with a wide lens for canyon walls and dam angles. Expect steady, smooth motion but plan for strong sun and wind on open decks. This cruise is less a strenuous challenge than a clear, paced way to see Lake Powell’s geology, history, and broad desert light from the water.