Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
Overview
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is managed by National Park Service and is located near Marble Canyon, Arizona. Encompassing over 1.25 million acres, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area offers unparalleled opportunities for water-based & backcountry recreation. The recreation area stretches for hundreds of miles from Lees Ferry in Arizona to the Orange Cliffs of southern Utah, encompassing scenic vistas, geologic wonders, and a vast panorama of human history.
Things to Do at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
Recreation Activities
Popular activities at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area include:
Nearby Activities
- Auto Touring
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Paddling
- Swimming
Plan Your Visit
Reservation Tips
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is a popular destination. Check individual facility pages for specific booking windows and availability.
Getting There
There are multiple districts in Glen Canyon very far away from each other. Avoid a two hundred mile detour and make sure you know which district you are going to before you begin travelling here.
GPS Coordinates: 36.93574600000000, -111.48559400000001
Current Alerts & Conditions
Notifications and Alerts
Beginning January 1, 2026, changes to National Park Entrance Fees and Passes for non-residents and motorcycles take effect. The new $250 America the Beautiful Non-Resident Annual Pass and all other America the Beautiful Passes are available digitally on Recreation.gov.
Contact & Resources
Phone: (928) 608-6200
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