National Recreation Area · Arizona, Utah
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
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
- Auto and ATV
- ATV Off-Roading
- Auto Off-Roading
- Scenic Driving
- Astronomy
- Stargazing
- Biking
- Road Biking
- Boating
- Motorized Boating
- Jet Skiing
- Boat Tour
- Camping
- Fishing
- Food
- Dining
- Guided Tours
- Self-Guided Tours - Auto
- Boat Tour
- Hands-On
- Volunteer Vacation
- Hiking
- Paddling
- Kayaking
Weather & when to go
The weather in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is usually typical for the high deserts. Summers are extremely hot with little, if any, shade. Winters are moderately cold with night time lows often below freezing. Spring weather is highly variable and unpredictable with extended periods of winds. Fall weather is usually nice and mild, a great time to beat the heat (and the crowds!).
Entrance fees
Entrance - Private Vehicle
Admits one single, private, non-commercial vehicle and all its passengers.
$30.00
Entrance - Motorcycle
Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.
$25.00
Entrance - Per Person
Admits one individual when entering on foot or bicycle. Individuals 15 years of age and younger are admitted free.
$15.00
Commercial Entrance - Van
Fees are assessed based on the passenger capacity of the vehicle. Pass is only valid for the same group to which it was issued.
$40.00
Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus
Fees are assessed based on the passenger capacity of the vehicle. Pass is only valid for the same group to which it was issued.
$40.00
Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach
Fees are assessed based on the passenger capacity of the vehicle. Pass is only valid for the same group to which it was issued.
$100.00
Entrance - Education/Academic Groups
Academic fee waivers must be submitted and returned before you visit Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
$0.00
Operating hours
Glen Canyon Open Hours
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is open 24 hours per day, year-round. If there is not a person staffing the entrance station, you may pay your entrance fee at the automated fee machine. Launch ramps are open all day, unless closed due to low water.
Campgrounds
Wahweap Campground & RV Park
Bullfrog RV & Campground
Halls Crossing RV & Campground
Lees Ferry Campground
Lone Rock Beach Primitive Camping Area
Stanton Creek Primitive Camping Area
Beehives Primitive Campground
Dirty Devil Primitive Camping Area
Farley Canyon Primitive Camping Area
Colorado River Primitive Camping Between Glen Canyon Dam and Lees Ferry
Antelope Point RV Park
FAQ
- How much does it cost to visit Glen Canyon National Recreation Area?
- Entrance to Glen Canyon National Recreation Area costs $30.00 (Entrance - Private Vehicle), $25.00 (Entrance - Motorcycle), $15.00 (Entrance - Per Person). The America the Beautiful annual pass ($80) covers entry at every NPS site.
- What are the hours at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area?
- Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is open 24 hours per day, year-round. If there is not a person staffing the entrance station, you may pay your entrance fee at the automated fee machine. Launch ramps are open all day, unless closed due to low water.
- Do I need a reservation for Glen Canyon National Recreation Area?
- No timed-entry reservation is currently required to enter Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Campgrounds and permits may still need to be booked separately on Recreation.gov.