Can you swim in Wahweap Bay?

The most populated swim area in the downlake region is Lone Rock Beach across the Utah line. 2 is the beach in Wahweap Bay just south of the Stateline launch ramp. The beach is served by a parking lot and a paved walk that takes the hiker/swimmer about halfway to the water.

What does the word Wahweap mean?

bitter
“Wahweap” is a Paiute word meaning bitter or alkali water. In the days before Glen Canyon dam, this was a favorite stopping place for river runners on the Colorado, as well as a favorite camping spot for cowboys running cattle in the area.

Where is Wahweap?

Wahweap Marina, located just south of the Arizona state border, is our largest marina and home of Lake Powell Resorts. Wahweap Marina can be found at the most southwestern point on Lake Powell and is open year-round.

Is Wahweap overlook free?

Wahweap Overlook is located inside the Glen Canyon National Conservation Area. This is a fee area. $30 per vehicle and $25 per motorcycle will give you a full 7 day pass into the park.

Are there alligators in Lake Powell?

Park rangers responded to the area and confirmed that the site did appear to have been the nesting site of an American alligator. The news release went on to mention that rangers were investigating the area and searching for the animal that had built the nest.

What state is Glen Canyon in?

Utah
Glen Canyon is a natural canyon carved by a 169.6-mile (272.9 km) length of the Colorado River, mostly in southeastern and south-central Utah, in the United States.

Where is ice cream Canyon Lake Powell?

Ice Cream Canyon is located in Kane County, Utah across from Lone Rock Beach in the Wahweap District of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area near Page, Arizona.

What is the water temperature at Lake Powell?

Average water temperatures fluctuate from a chilly 46 degrees F in February to an inviting 80 degrees F in August. Cold water months: January, 47; March, 52; December, 53; April 54; November 62. Warmest water months: July and September, 76; June, 70; May, 64, October, 69.

Is Wahweap open?

As our largest marina on Lake Powell, Wahweap is open year-round and has the largest range of services and conveniences for boat owners and their guests. Here at the most southwestern point on Lake Powell, you’ll find everything from great restaurants and tours to boat fuel and a full-service boatyard.

Why is Wahweap Bay so popular?

Not only because it is closest to Glen Canyon Dambut because of the popularity of its’ facilities and its’ proximity to Page, Arizona. Wahweap Bay offers many opportunities for Lake Powell explorers either with or without a boat. Because of this, Wahweap tends to be the most crowded of the Lake Powell bays.

Where is Wahweap Marina?

Everything you need, all in one place. Just south of the Arizona state border at the most southwestern point on Lake Powell, you’ll find Wahweap Marina—our largest marina and home of Lake Powell Resorts.

Is the Wahweap auxiliary ramp open?

The camera is now viewing the entrance to the Wahweap Auxiliary Ramp. This ramp is open to motorized vessels under 36′. Personnel are on site to assist launching on this narrow legacy ramp. 4WD vehicles are recommended for the low water launching conditions, as 2WD drive vehicles are experiencing difficulty on current gravel surfaces.

Where is the best place to camp in Wahweap Bay?

Wahweap Window, shown below, is a natural arch located in Wahweap Bay. It is found between Ice Cream Canyon and Castle Rock across the bay from Stateline Launch Ramp. Ice Cream Canyon: There are some campsites up Ice Cream Canyon. At lower lake levels the lake will not enter the canyon.