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    4.8 (5 reviews)

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    Sunset view from the top. Gunsight Butte
    Chris G.

    This is one of those places I'm hesitant to review, as to keep it one of those "hidden gems" of America. Thankfully, it's such a grueling journey to get to this overlook, I'm not too worried about blowing up this spot. I'm very fortunate in that I get to travel for work. I always try and make the most of those opportunities, by finding local excursions and such, wherever I am. In doing so, I've encountered some of the most breathtaking views/vistas in the US; Alstrom Point is easily in the top 5. As I mentioned, it isn't an easy task to get to Alstrom Point. The address listed, is basically just the cross street that leads to the drive up to AP. The actual address is (37.0589° N, 111.3647° W) but you'd do best to not follow your GPS, and go to the website for detailed directions. I tried to use my GPS, as it was basically the same as the web's directions, but it lead me to some areas that were unpassable, and I had to turn around and backtrack. The drive is recommended for 4wd (or high clearance vehicle) but is accessible to 2wd up to a point (3 miles from the top). Having said that, I did the entire thing in my rental KIA Soul (a wannabe SUV), but I grew up in the country off-roading and such, and there were still times where I had to move rocks to fill holes/gaps, turn around and back track; I also bottomed out as well as being uncertain as to whether I'd get stuck- so probably best to follow instructions. The drive from Big Water to the Point is long, at about 23 miles to the 2wd stop, and then another 3 to the top. For the most part, the road is not maintained, so you're lucky to average even 20mph for the trip; expect to give yourself a good 1.5 hours, just for the one-way drive up. But the drive up has incredible beauty in and of itself, with numerous stops worth taking in and photographing. Once you get to the peak, there are numerous vantages. You can see a huge portion of Lake Powell, Gunsight Butte, as well as Warm Creek Bay. The views are absolutely spectacular! I came to watch sunset, but made sure to leave before it got too dark, as the unmarked (only small cairns mark the last little bit) road is difficult to follow.

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    Lake Powell - Sunset

    Lake Powell

    4.3(73 reviews)
    11.5 mi

    Lake Powell is a reservoir created by the flooding of Glen Canyon by the Glen Canyon Dam…read more Unfortunately due to the southwestern North American megadrought that began in 2000, the water levels are lower than usual, and you can see the bathtub ring effect on the rocks. I visited Lone Rock Beach, however it's no longer alone, since the receding water levels has connected the rock stack the the beach itself. The paved road ends and turns into a quite sandy surface, so be careful and use your best judgement, especially since there is no guaranteed towing service if you get stuck in the sand. Beautiful place.

    Page, while it has become touristy, is a wonderful place to visit in Arizona. I made a weekend trip…read moreto visit all of the top attractions, including Lake Powell. There are several different ways you can check out Lake Powell. One option is to see it from afar from atop cliffs and overlooks in Glen Canyon Park. This provides scenic views of the beautiful lake. Another option is to actually see the Lake up close and personal. There are several spots where you can do that. I decided to make the short drive into Utah to see it from Lone Rock. You have to drive through some rocky/sandy terrain so me careful to follow the path (unless you're in a car with four-wheel drive). Once you get closer to the beach, you will reach a sandy area. Do not drive through it. You'll see cars and RVs parked right where the terrain changes for good reason. Unless you have the proper vehicle, you'll get stuck in the sand. I saw it happen. That will ruin your day. There are even warning signs about this. Once we parked our rental, we walked to the shoreline. I dipped my toes in the water, a bit cold but pleasant. It's a great place to just relax and take in the beauty of your surroundings. The Lake is also a popular spot to rent boats. While I didn't do this, it is a popular activity. A must-visit while in Page!

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    Lake Powell - Kayaking

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    Lake Powell Paddleboards and Kayaks - After the adventure!

    Lake Powell Paddleboards and Kayaks

    4.7(160 reviews)
    15.6 mi
    $$

    I cannot recommend this enough…read more This was the most breathtaking kayak through the canyons; and the hike was spectacular. A friend and I booked this event for her 40th birthday and it was the absolute highlight of our trip! We were thinking of renting kayaks and doing it ourselves but are both so grateful that we didn't because our tour guide, Ryan, was fantastic-- extremely knowledgeable, helpful, witty, and patient with us, as we were both beginners. He made it really fun! We learned that Britney Spears shot her video "I'm not a girl, not yet a woman" there, too! This was so worth it and will definitely be coming back and booking with Ryan!

    I'll say the customer service at the shop was amazing; REALLY nice girls. We asked if we could take…read moreour boards there. She said yes but the benefit of using them was they carried the boards down and up a steep hill. We were there on Saturday April 25th. So we rented two paddle boards and she warned us about the winds. It was like $155. She was nice so we went for it. We get to the site and are waiting around. They haven't even taken the boards off the truck, but we were fine waiting. Layla finally made it up the HILL and had 2 boards taken off the truck and laid on the ground. I asked if any of the MANY men who were there and carrying kayaks down, was going to carry them down. She said no, you carry them. And that hill was STEEP. I figured meh, okay. I was annoyed since we were told they'd be ready for us at the bottom. Layla carried my paddle. Once I saw the hill, I was even more annoyed but I already paid $155 plus $30 entry to the lake. When we got to the bottom, she mentioned when we got back I had to carry it back up. I said I'm not doing that. lol. She held my leash so I could climb on my board. Not an easy task where we were. The paddle boarding was rough but we knew that, the girls at the office warned us. 5 miles later we returned. I STRUGGLED getting off the board and trying to haul it up by myself, my body was shaking and I was visibly exhausted. A young man who worked for this place, WATCHED me struggle. Asked how it was, I said it sucked. He mentioned me carrying the board up that steep hill, while I was shaking from exhaustion and out of breath, and I said "I'm not doing that" and he replied with "why is it heavy?" I did carry my life jacket and paddle...but after that comment I REALLY didn't want to. Layla gave me a water at the top and said to take a breath, I was breathing very heavy. I'd say don't rent paddle boards. You will have to carry them up and down the hill and will get no assistance getting off the board either. But they did carry the kayaks and help those people who also paid like we did, in and out of the kayaks. So maybe rent those and not the paddle boards.

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    Lake Powell Paddleboards and Kayaks - Narrow slot canyon paddling uplake

    Narrow slot canyon paddling uplake

    Lake Powell Paddleboards and Kayaks - Hike into lower Antelope Canyon

    Hike into lower Antelope Canyon

    Lake Powell Paddleboards and Kayaks - The hike into "lowest" antelope canyon

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    The hike into "lowest" antelope canyon

    Skylight Lake Powell

    Skylight Lake Powell

    4.6(32 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    Tyler and the team really saved the day!…read more Our first rental fell through due to some damage from the previous renters. I called Tyler late at night a reserved the 28' Chaparral boat, and this thing did not let us down! Amazing boat in great condition, has the power and size to take on Lake Powell. Skylite was very accomodating to our requests and was super easy to deal with. They were fair and very helpful. I couldn't recommend them more. They have just locked in a forever customer with my family and I. Thanks again you guys!

    I rented the 19 foot Maxim for one-day and had an AMAZING day on the lake. Most rental shops are…read morevery reserved and assume you are an idiot, Skylite is definitely to place to rent if you know what you're doing. You will save a little money and get a nice runabout with an inboard/outboard rather than the cheap outboard rentals at the marina. After chatting with Robert for a few minutes about my years of experience boating, he went over a few things, hooked up the trailer and sent me on my way. To my surprise, he mentioned that he wouldn't be around when I returned the boat and trusted me to drop off. It had been a few years since I dropped a boat in the water and to be honest, it was one of my favorite parts of the day. It truly is like "riding a bike" and I impressed my wife with my boat ramp skills haha. The boat ran strong all day and buzzed the dam, made our way to Face Canyon and then cruised back to Wahweap. Perfect day on beautiful Lake Powell. The only drawback from the rental was the boat was missing a dock line (didnt really care because I just stopped to grab a few things at the store). Also, there was no stereo but like most boat rental spots, they don't rent stereos, they rent boats. I brought a bluetooth speaker and it worked out just fine. I will 100% be renting from them again and would HIGHLY recommend to anyone with boating experience looking to rent a nice runabout and save a few bucks.

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    Skylight Lake Powell
    Skylight Lake Powell
    Skylight Lake Powell  - The living room in the RV

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    The living room in the RV

    Hidden Canyon Kayak - Kayaking through the antelope canyon

    Hidden Canyon Kayak

    4.7(76 reviews)
    15.8 mi

    I booked online about a week in advance but accidentally selected the wrong time. After a little…read morephone and email tag, their team quickly helped me switch to my preferred slot. The day before our tour, Julia called to let us know strong headwinds were expected and asked if we wanted to adjust our time. We already had a different morning tour scheduled, and they were incredibly accommodating with our plans. At the launch site, we met our guide Logan, and we were lucky that it was just our family of four on this tour. Husband and I wore aqua shoes and my daughters opted to wear their Birkenstock sandals and go barefoot, which was fine if you're okay with getting red mud on them. Logan was friendly, patient, and extremely knowledgeable. I was a bit nervous since I'm a beginner kayaker, but he let us move at our own pace. It ended up being a great workout while still feeling peaceful and relaxing. The scenery was absolutely stunning. The canyon was quiet, beautiful, and not crowded at all. We paddled across Lake Powell and into the canyon, and the cool lake water felt amazing in the warm end-of-March weather (mid-80s). They provided life jackets, offered bottled water, and Logan even took photos of us both on the water and at the end of the canyon, which we really appreciated. He also shared helpful paddling tips along the way. The entire tour lasted about 2.5-3 hours and was a perfect mix of adventure and relaxation. Highly recommend for families and beginners looking for a scenic and well-guided kayaking experience!

    This was such a cool experience! We had the best guide John who was an absolute gem! Our group was…read moreabout 6 people all varying in age and fitness level. Our group completed the kayak and hike which were very much worth it! We needed slight accommodations and Sid and John were reassuring and supportive for both my mom and I. This tour is really for everyone and I can't recommend this tour company and John enough. Because we traveled during off season, we had the entire lake and trail to ourselves. John left much time for us to take cool pictures and was a wealth of knowledge. He made sure to engage with each person in the group and was successful in getting the more shy individuals to step out of their comfort zones. John and Sid (the other employee) made this tour worth it. They provided awesome recommendations for things in the area and also future outdoor related activities in the U.S. Be sure to pack enough water. Remember you are in a kayak and your items will likely get soaked. Luckily they provide one water proof bag per kayak which can hold your phone and camera. If you feel the need to pack more, I recommend that you bring your own waterproof back pack. I opted to go barefoot in the kayak and wear shoes on the hike. You will have to walk through water to get on and off of the boat. Do not let your size and fitness level deter you from this tour. The team is incredibly accommodating and reassuring, making this the perfect tour for all. Highly recommend this tour and either Sid or John!

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    Hidden Canyon Kayak - Taking a break and went swimming.

    Taking a break and went swimming.

    Hidden Canyon Kayak - Parked the kayak at the end of water way and walked about a half mile to enjoy the dry area of canyon

    Parked the kayak at the end of water way and walked about a half mile to enjoy the dry area of canyon

    Hidden Canyon Kayak

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    Lake Powell Houseboat and Watercraft Rentals - Chipped/peeling cupboards

    Lake Powell Houseboat and Watercraft Rentals

    1.8(45 reviews)
    14.0 mi

    Lake Powell is stunning and large so 5 stars for the lake. The hot windy weather is harsh 2 stars…read more The houseboat and boat we rented was poorly maintained. I think compared to many reviews, I feel fortunate that it could've been worse. The pros were we had a professional airline and military aircraft pilot who could fix and understand all the mechanical and electrical dilemmas we had, we rented a starlink from a guy in Page Az which made music and entertainment actually existent. That is a pro move. It was $144 for 5 days that was more than worth it. Starlink gets 6 stars. Their satellite tv setup was janky af and even the pilot couldn't get it to work because cables were literally missing. But that's fine, we're there for the friends, family, views and water. The "staterooms" were better than sleeping in a coffin but the mattresses were the next step up from a jail mattress. Yes. I've been to jail lol. There was a small mouse running about. But it was kinda of a cute little dude. We got stuck on shore, but I blame that on us not being professional houseboaters. We did contact them over radio and they came and got us out. So I give them props for that. I'm an outdoorsman and I like roughing it, so I was fine with a lot of what went down on this trip, but my wife... different story. If you go on this trip, your perception is key. Expect the worst and hope for the best. Make sure someone in your crew is a badass with mechanical stuff. Focus on disconnecting from creature comforts, and get a boat along with the houseboat and you will be better off. Lake Powell resort and marina houseboat Journey 62', you get 1 star. Just be honest on your website and say something like "you get what you get, good luck" and I will give you 5 stars. Just don't BS people. Not cool. Overall 2 stars

    Fourth time here. The boats are kinda rough but it's a rental fleet so it is what it is. Generator…read morebroke today at 8am. Notified them immediately via radio because nobody answered four phone calls. Straight to voicemail. It's 103° and we have two infants. Said we were "a priority". It's 4pm and silence. Lake Powell is gorgeous but this is insane. Customer service isn't second, it's non existent. Absolute clown show. The concession hasn't been put to bid since 1969. Kick Aramark out.

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    Lake Powell Houseboat and Watercraft Rentals - Here we have it, caught this guy on the second night

    Here we have it, caught this guy on the second night

    Lake Powell Houseboat and Watercraft Rentals - Tin foil on the stove and in oven

    Tin foil on the stove and in oven

    Lake Powell Houseboat and Watercraft Rentals - Ceiling fan about coming out of the ceiling and a taped ceiling. Zoom for Nats and cobwebs

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    Ceiling fan about coming out of the ceiling and a taped ceiling. Zoom for Nats and cobwebs

    Lone Rock Campground - Close-up view shows the missing water!

    Lone Rock Campground

    3.9(21 reviews)
    7.3 mi

    My teenage son and I drove up here in early April 2023 for a short excursion north from Wahweep…read moreMarina (on the AZ side of the state border). First, it took a while to reach the campground from the main highway. Near the beach area, it can be very sandy. If you have a rental car, be careful to find a path with flattened sand unless you're driving a 4x4 jeep. Second, the view of Lone Rock was not impressive due to the lack of water. It used to be possible to kayak around Lone Rock (when it was surrounded by 20 to 50 feet of water). Unfortunately, without the lake water, the view of Lone Rock is meh (comparing the 2023 photos with snapshots from 2019 or 2021). The low water levels are the visible effect of climate change and diminished snowmelt from the mountains feeding into the Colorado River. I did not stay at the campground, so cannot speak to that experience. But if you're looking for a view of Lake Powell - I would drive over to the Wahweep Marina on the AZ side of the state border and take a sunset photo from the boat launch area there.

    Camped here with a friend in early September 2020 and it blew our expectations out of the water…read more We were nervous about the first-come-first-serve camping policy and not being able to make a reservation, but there was plenty of room even when we arrived on a Saturday evening on a holiday weekend. We pulled up about an hour before sundown, found a place to park and set up our tent, and enjoyed the beach. There was a stunning sunset and sunrise. Everyone we met was very kind and helpful. The other campers answered questions and helped us find our way around. It seemed like most of them camp here regularly, which gave it a nice community feel. The only downside we found was that it was a little loud in the evening, especially from the ATV's zooming around. Since it was really dark at night, we were even afraid they'd accidentally run over us in our tent. The next morning there was a long line to use the public bathrooms and showers, which are located fairly far from the camping ground, so be sure to account for this if needed. Beware if you have a vehicle that's low to the ground due to the sandy roads. We drove a sedan slowly and didn't have any trouble. The only mistake we made was accidentally driving over a few big rocks at our camp spot, so be on the lookout for those off the "road" I would return and camp here again in a heartbeat.

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    Lone Rock Campground - Where's the water?

    Where's the water?

    Lone Rock Campground - AZ-UT state border crossing from Lone Rock to Wahweep Marina.

    AZ-UT state border crossing from Lone Rock to Wahweep Marina.

    Lone Rock Campground - Entrance to Lone Rock Campground

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    Entrance to Lone Rock Campground

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