The things you see during a road trip. We passed by going toward Monument Valley but didn't stop to…read morecheck it out till coming back. It was raining and we need a little restroom pit stop. Crossing over the bridge which I didn't notice it was the same one from a couple days earlier. There's a main parking lot out front of the entrance but a bigger lot behind the center. Big parking spots also catering for the tour buses. Right when you walk in, restrooms are right in front. To the left is the gift shop. Next to that is a little theatre that shows you a movie about the visitor center and how it became. To the right of the entrance is the showcase of everything. The displays of how things rely on the dam. Nature, infrastructure of the dam, how it stared and so on. It's also walk through. You learn everything and seeing the layout and the land. And of course you have the dam right infront of you. The bridge was also a showstopper. Just standing there and looking out, the dam and then the view of lake Powell. It was quite interesting and amazing to see how beautiful nature is. The amazing skills of the architecture creating something that's is a major part of the area. You could also go outside in the back area to get a full view of the dam and bridge but it was raining. Imagine us not stopping. I would have never known about this place and to experience it. It was quite spectacular seeing everything and learning about it. a must for anyone interested about the dam and the area.

If you're in Page, AZ and want closeup views of Glen Canyon Dam, then I'd suggest stopping in at…read morethis Carl Hayden Visitor Center. I was impressed. First off, you can choose to walk over the suspension bridge beside the road next to the VC for sceneries from high. The problem is that you have fencing protecting tourists by blocking off the dramatic surroundings. And there's nothing wrong with that, except when trying to take pictures through the tiny holes of the fence. But... Entering inside Carl Hayden, you'd be pleasantly surprised to know that the windows looking down at the dam are fantastic. They're large! They're the perfect gateway to admiring a marvelous landmark. Everything inside Carl Hayden appeared new. I mean, lol, the windows were clear and translucent, you'd never even know there was real glass separating you from the dam. Someone must wash those windows thoroughly every day! Hours are 9am - 5pm daily. After opening the entrance doors, the right hand side of the VC is a museum with historical facts about Glen Canyon Dam. You can also speak with a park ranger at the table counter. And then behind the museum content are the "large windows to the world", so to speak. I took quality photos from the glass windows section rather than trying to attempt them from outside. Towards the left hand side when entering is a gift shop with souvenirs from Glen Canyon Dam, Horseshoe Bend and the renowned slot canyons of Page. I picked up a few items. Prices weren't overly expensive. You can find public restrooms here. Plus, being inside is a reprieve from the rugged desert heat, especially in summertime. Overall, Carl Hayden is good for collecting ideas and gathering yourself in preparation to explore around Page. One more thing, lol...if you return outside and walk to the back section of the visitor center, you get wide open observation glances of not only the dam again, but also the Lake Powell waters in the distance. Then, if you turn your head towards the right, you have a rewarding view of the giant suspension bridge connecting tourists with the downtown Page area and beyond. It's a memorable setting. In the end, you could say I give my blessing for making time to stop in at Carl Hayden Visitor Center. It doesn't take long and it's your official introduction to enjoying the beautiful northern Arizona landscape.

We stopped here on our way to Page, AZ from St. George, UT. We initially did not know that it was…read morethere and turned around to visit after we saw the signs as we passed by. We learned this visitor center is one of four visitor centers in the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and is operated by the Bureau of Land Management. The visitor center has a lot of information about the monument especially regarding the dinosaurs who once lived in the area and the fossils that have been found in the area. They also have a small book store and gift shop. Overall, it is worth the stop. We didn't plan on doing any trails while in the area as it was a cold afternoon in January but the woman working seemed to be very knowledgeable and was giving another couple recommendations.

Great little museum to see some Dino artifacts. Free to get in, information for surrounding area…read moreand gift shop. Fun items to buy for little ones and maps for the areas.

This center is run by the NPS, but we're no help at all! They had a spiel.... Book tours and where…read moreWalmart was located. We didn't want a tour or the Walmart location. We were trying to get info on the hikes in the area.

So beautiful during sunset! Plenty of parking, a paved walkway (bit steep at times), but has…read morehandrails for support. I followed the trail to the right towards the dam, and there are multiple overlooks you can sit on along the edge (fewer people). And best of all, FREE!

Trail was downhill and sort of rocky. There was a railing for stability while traveling down…read more Mostly flat at the bottom. Great views all around!!

+ Their associate Nancy was a huge help in offering me hiking alternatives in the area in case I…read moredidn't win the Wave daily permit lottery. I appreciated her friendliness and the good conversations. - I don't like their business practice with the Wave daily permit system. Have to arrive near their county within a strict time limit to pay for an ethereal, marvelous lottery hiking opportunity that you are unlikely to win, - yet business hours of this Hub are narrow for a distant traveler driving up from southern AZ. With all the traffic and slow speed limits, one may not arrive here, let alone the northern AZ vicinity, in time. What if I as an out-of-towner far away from their other tourist center (in Kanab, UT) have questions and only have a couple days of vacation left before I have to fly back home? What an expensive waste of a plane ticket. - And IF you do win, you have to be at this center early next morning for safety orientation (the safety of which I understand), when instead you could be out doing fun things during your already time-restricted vacation. My Angels Landing permit was for the next morning, but I really didn't want to miss the Wave. huge bummer! - Kind of limited parking. - Hot weather. Wish they provided free cold water.

Shout out to Julie at the Page Lake Powell Hub. Julie was the friendly face and voice that we…read moreneeded to get our plans made during our recent visit to Page Arizona. So helpful!

After years of trying to apply for a permit, our group finally got picked! Highly recommend hiking…read moreat least once. I wouldn't do it again though, mainly because of how hard it was to get a permit. We visited in April and the weather was fantastic. It was actually freezing in the morning but as the sun rose, it warmed up to the point where we would sweat a little when hiking. I can't even imagine doing this in the summer but if you win the lottery then, make sure everyone brings plenty of water. To get to the trailhead, I'd recommend having a high-clearance vehicle, especially if it just recently rained. The road off of the freeway becomes unpaved and there are some ditches that can be flooded. Download an offline map of the trail and area for when you lose service. It gets spotty but you'll find reception every now and then. At the beginning, there are a couple of vault toilets. The trail itself is difficult to follow without an offline map. There's only a handful of signs pointing in a general direction. And until the Wave, we were pretty much the only people around. Considering only about 60 people are approved each day, it wasn't surprising, and honestly, kind of nice to be alone in nature. The Wave was everything we hoped for. We had clear, blue skies and that contrast with the red and orange rocks was beautiful. It looked exactly like the Windows background! There was even a pond further up with a ton of tadpoles. Besides the Wave, there's other neat waypoints to stop by but because we were tired, we didn't try for many of them. The only one we went out of our way for was the dinosaur tracks but it was anti-climatic. They just looked like larger chicken feet prints. Despite this hike being only about 6 miles round trip, it took pretty much the entire day. We stopped a lot to take pictures but also the landscape was difficult to hike. Lots of sand to walk through and lots of weird inclines to walk across, which kept our feet, knees, and legs at weird angles. There might have been easier pathways but as I said earlier, there's no clear indications of a trail. There was also a BLM worker at the Wave asking for the permit holders. If you hike without one and get caught, you'll get slapped with some steep fines. Drones are also not allowed!

My friend won the online lottery for the permit 4 months in advance but after talking to the…read moreranger, it seems that there's a good chance you can win the daily lottery since a lot of people cancel every day. It's easier if you have less people (like two people). Anyways, the orientation the day before was useful for weather and road conditions. The hike wasn't too bad, can be a bit steep in some parts but for the most part, not too much incline. It's moderate for the novice hiker but easy for an experienced hiker. For experienced hikers, probably can get to the Wave in 1 to 1.5 hours. For the inexperienced, it might take 2.5 to 3 hours. Either way, if you're planning to spend a lot of time at the Wave (some people take 2-3 hours for their extensive Instagram photoshoots haha), definitely go there early and spend all day there. I would definitely come back if I win the lottery!

I visited the South Rim as the North Rim was still closed. The sheer scale of the Grand Canyon was…read moremind-boggling. I walked around the village, checking out the art shop and the hotels (and grabbing brunch at El Tovar Hotel). The Geology Museum has more information about the formation of the area, as well as a small gift shop. I made it a bit down Bright Angel Trail, marveling at the views. I also did the 25 mile scenic drive towards the east on Desert View Drive - definitely stop at some pull outs since the views are different as you go along the rim. Things I have to do in the future: -Take the shuttle to Hermit's rest (be sure to sit on the right side since you get all the views that way) since it was wayyy too crowded when I looked at the bus stop -Get a ticket to climb up Desert View's tower. I wish there was more information about the Indigenous peoples and their cultures who lived in this area. There wasn't a lot of information provided, but a lot about the architect who designed a lot of the buildings. It seemed unbalanced. Also, I wish that Desert View went into more history of the building - apparently it was controversial when it was built. I actually have to laugh at the 1 star reviews. I think those reviewers would have been satisfied looking at a photo of the Grand Canyon instead of visiting the real thing!

Ahhhmazing! A must visit for sure! We drove a little over 2 hours from Sedona. Took some pics at…read morethe Grand Canyon entrance sign and drove straight to their visitor parking lot. I suggest going a bit early as the parking fills up. The visitor center, gift shop, restrooms, and shuttle buses are all convenient located there. We prepared our itinerary beforehand, since we were only there for the day. Make sure to check out the various shuttle schedules and stops. We decided to do the South Rim Trail= shuttle to Powell point, hiked 3.5 miles along rim to Monument Creek Vista, then picked up shuttle to Hermit's Rest - this is the end of the road on the south side. From here, the shuttle ride back to visitors center is approximately 30-40 minutes. We stopped at the General Store for a bite to eat and souvenirs. While eating lunch at a table outdoors, a sweet moose made a visit to some neighboring tables : D We made it back to the visitors center and did some more souvenir shopping. The hike along the South Rim was gorgeous! Almost unreal, like a postcard. Most areas do not have any railing , so hike at your own risk. We came across some deer and wildlife. But , we took lots of pics and the pics do not do it justice. The scenery was unbelievable. You'll also be able to view the Colorado River from above. Bring sunscreen, water, snacks, lunch if you can and have fun!

Nice well marked hiking trail with a splash of green at the end... even in February! We loved…read morehiking Hanging Gardens Trail!

Short and easy hike. Flowers on the way there as I went in March. Trail is not as well marked as…read morepeople indicated as I did miss the upwards path and walked across the wash like another reviewer. Had to backtrack and walk upwards towards the hanging garden. There were Google reviews where people said they took strollers out. They probably didn't end up at the actual hanging garden area as you have to go upwards a sandy path.

One of the most breathtaking views we saw during our Arizona road trip! Horseshoe Bend is…read moredefinitely worth visiting if you're already going to Antelope Canyon since it's only about a 14-minute drive away. The attraction itself is free, but parking costs $10 per vehicle. After parking, there's a short walk to the overlook. The walk is pretty easy, but it can get hot and windy depending on the weather, so bring water and wear comfortable shoes. Once you reach the viewpoint, the scenery is absolutely unreal. Seeing the Colorado River curve around the canyon in person is so much more impressive than photos online. The overlook is very high, which makes the views even more dramatic. If you're planning to take photos or videos, try walking around a bit because some areas get crowded. We found one of the higher spots for better views and it was totally worth it for pictures. Also, don't forget to stop by the "Page, Arizona" sign nearby before leaving! Overall, such a beautiful and easy stop to add to any Arizona or Southwest road trip itinerary.

Absolutely worth the stop when visiting Horseshoe Bend! This place is such an incredible photo spot…read moreand truly one of those must-see locations when you're in the area. The views are unreal in person, and we took so many amazing pictures here. I came with a group of about 15-20 girls and we all had such a fun experience. The walk over was manageable, and once you get to the overlook, it's definitely one of those "wow" moments. It was $10 per car to enter, and unfortunately the America the Beautiful pass doesn't work here since it's separate from the national park system. Still, totally worth the fee for the experience and views. The only thing I wasn't too crazy about were the bathrooms -- definitely different from what I'm used to at California national parks. I was very glad I brought my own flushable wipes just in case. But honestly, that didn't take away from the experience at all. If you're anywhere near Page or the Grand Canyon area, this is absolutely a must-stop destination!

Booked a ride a month in advance & they cancelled on me at 9:30pm via text message the night before…read morethe ride was scheduled because they only take venmo as payment & wouldn't charge the ride to a card & provide a receipt (I need it for work). I told them I was going to pay it on my card when I scheduled the ride a month ago. Now I'm scrambling the night before to find a ride from the airport. Really unprofessional & I would recommend going with another service.

The best service! We were well taken care of on our round trip from Munds Park to Flagstaff…read more Prompt and responsive! Highly recommend!