Glen Canyon National Recreation Area – Wahweap

Wahweap Creek flows into the Lake Powell Reservoir in the town of Wahweap at Wahweap Bay where it gives its name to the Wahweap Marina, a popular access point to the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.

This is the favorite spot to bird Lake Powell Reservoir. During migration and winter, look for waterfowl, shorebirds, loons, grebes, and gulls. Unusual passerines may be found in plantings in the area.

Site Information

Region: Northern

County: Coconino

Directions: Wahweap Marina is 5.5 miles from the Glen Canyon Dam along Lakeshore Drive.

Latitude: 36.995
Longitude: -111.487

Operational Hours: Open all year, 24 hours a day

Admission or Fees: $30.00 per vehicle, $55.00 annual pass, or American the Beautiful pass

Habitats: Desert, Stream or river

Know Before You Go

Wahheap Marina is operated by Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas (LPRM). Services provided: lodging, food services, gift shops, 2 campgrounds (one with hook-ups), laundry, showers, and a service station.

Safety First! Arizona has many beautiful places to explore and we’d like to help you make it a safe and enjoyable experience. Check out our recommendations for hiking precautions.

Species Highlights

Rare: California Condor

Speciality: Black-throated Gray Warbler, Hooded Oriole, Lucy’s Warbler, Red Crossbill

Charismatic: Greater Roadrunner, Loggerhead Shrike, Western Kingbird, White-winged Dove

Contact Information

Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
National Park Service
PO Box 1507
Page, AZ 86040

Phone: 928-608-6200

Website: https://www.nps.gov/glca/index.htm

Email:

Additional Resources

Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L352954

Additional Resources:
California Condor Recovery Program
Lake Powell
Wahweap Marina Main Launch Ramp

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