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  • Lake Powell Facts

    Crystal clear Lake Powell is a huge recreational mecca, a long bulge in the Colorado River with tentacles reaching into the outlets of creeks and rivers which cut through surreal canyons and red rock buttes in Arizona and Utah. The lake exists by forfeit of Glen Canyon to the 710-foot high Glen Canyon Dam, which was completed in 1963. As the lake behind the… read more

  • Glen Canyon History

    Glen Canyon lies on the Colorado Plateau along the path of the Colorado River in southern Utah and northwestern Arizona. The once sprawling canyon is now flooded by the Glen Canyon Dam. read more

  • Glen Canyon Dam Information

    Glen Canyon Dam and Lake Powell are part of the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, which has many outdoor activities, including camping, hiking, boating, fishing and swimming. There are also guided tours available. See the link in Resources. read more

  • Campgrounds in Page, Arizona

    Located in northern Arizona, Page has ample recreational opportunities. The town is located next to Lake Powell, and the Grand Canyon National Park is within a 4-hour drive. Lake Powell is popular for boating, camping, fishing and swimming. Below Lake Powell, you will find fishing and boating opportunities on the Colorado River at Lees Ferry. The town of Pag… read more

  • Lake Powell Information

    Lake Powell, located on the Colorado River, partly in Arizona and mostly in Utah, is famous for its clear blue water and red canyon walls. This second-largest man-made lake in the U.S. attracts close to 3 million visitors each year, according to PowellGuide.com. read more

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  • The Best Grand Canyon Raft Tours

    Whitewater rafting on the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon in northern Arizona can be a life-altering experience that raises the bar for wilderness travel adventures. Commercial operators offer tours that range from quick to lei… read more

  • Lake Powell Fishing Tips

    Lake Powell is a man-made reservoir created by the Glen Canyon Dam. The lake is at the border between Arizona and Utah and helps provide freshwater from the Colorado River to many communities. There is excellent fishing in Lake Powell.… read more

  • Hotels at Lake Powell

    Lake Powell is one of the biggest artificial reservoirs in the entire United States (following only Lake Mead in Arizona and Nevada). Lake Powell is on the border of Arizona and Utah, and runs along the Colorado River. It is a popular… read more

  • Hotels in Page, AZ

    As the gateway to the Glen Canyon National Recreation area, Page, Arizona is famous for panoramic vistas and an array of accessible land and water adventures. Highlighting a mild desert climate, Page's outdoor playground is open year-r… read more

  • Bus Tours From Las Vegas to Bryce Canyon

    The canyons, spires, and arches of Bryce Canyon National Park make it a great destination vastly different than the lights and non-stop action of Las Vegas. It is best to travel via a bus tour that can show you the sights of Bryce Can… read more

  • Hotels in Page, Arizona

    Page, AZ. is in Coconino County on the southern side of Arizona. This city is home to several southwestern monuments, museums and national parks including the Grand Canyon, according to cityofpage.org. In addition, Page is located by t… read more

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    Backcountry Camping Tips

    Backcountry Camping Tips

    You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...

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    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

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    Common Sense Hiking Tips

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    The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.

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