NEWS & GUIDES

Park updates, lake conditions, and travel notes from the Lake Powell area

Trip Planning

Visiting Antelope Canyon in 2026: Upper vs. Lower, Tours, and How to Beat the Crowds

Antelope Canyon is on the Navajo Nation and can only be visited with an authorized guide. Here's how to choose between Upper and Lower, book the right tour, and time your visit for the best light beams.

Read More →
Hiking

Horseshoe Bend: A Quick Guide from Page, Arizona

Just 10 minutes south of Page, Horseshoe Bend delivers one of the most famous views on the Colorado River with a short walk. Here's how to visit, where to park, and when to go for the best light.

Read More →
Boating

Houseboating on Lake Powell: How to Plan Your First Trip

Lake Powell is one of the world's great houseboating destinations, with nearly 2,000 miles of shoreline and endless side canyons. Here's how to rent, where to launch from Wahweap or Bullfrog, and what to know before you go.

Read More →
Boating

Rainbow Bridge by Boat: Visiting One of the World's Largest Natural Bridges

Rainbow Bridge National Monument is reached by a roughly 50-mile boat trip from Page across Lake Powell, or by a long backcountry hike across the Navajo Nation. Here's how to plan the boat trip and what to expect at the bridge.

Read More →
Trip Planning

The Best Time to Visit Lake Powell: A Season-by-Season Guide

Summer brings hot days and prime houseboating, spring and fall offer warm weather and calmer water, and winter is Lake Powell's quiet season for slot canyons and overlooks. Here's how to choose the right time for your trip.

Read More →