Top Adventures in Garfield County
Kayak or SUP Lost Eden Canyon in Lake Powell
IMPORTANT: Before entering any canyons in the Lake Powell National Recreation Area, always be sure to check the weather. Flash floods are common in this area and it is very unsafe to be in a canyon during a flash flood.
The easiest way to reach t...
Boat-In Hike to Rainbow Bridge
If you need to rent a boat for this adventure, you can rent one from Lake Powell Resorts and Marina.The canyon leading into the Rainbow Bridge is located between mile markers 49-50. This is almost exactly halfway between Page and Bullfrog, making ...
1.5 miles
Explore Lake Powell's Clear Creek Canyon by Powerboat
To access this adventure, you'll want to park at Bullfrog Marina. From there, you can rent a boat at the Bullfrog Marina Rentals, and head out straight from there, going south on the lake. Clear Creek Canyon lies about 2.5 miles past the entrance ...
Explore Reflection Canyon via Boat
Note that this is not the same as Backpacking Reflection Canyon. This trip is done by boat, and can be done in one day.
To begin, you'll want to leave Bullfrog Marina somewhat early in the day, since it will be a long trip to the canyon. I recomme...
Boat Through Forbidding Canyon
Since Forbidding Canyon is at mile marker 50, it is about halfway between Wahweep and Bullfrog Marina, and is a good trip from either marina. It can get busy, so I recommend going early.
Navigate your way to mile marker 50, and then look for the ...
Boat-In Camp at The Rincon in Lake Powell
To get to The Rincon, you will first want to park your car and rent a boat (or bring your own power boat) at Bullfrog Marina. The marina does rentals for everything from houseboats to power boats to jet skis and kayaks/SUP boards. For this adventu...
Explore Halls Creek Bay
Halls Creek Bay is near Buoy 93 in Lake Powell. Please note that accessibility varies based on water level.
Photos: Nomadi
Hike to Tapestry Wall
When the water is down more than ~50', the access for the hike is much further downstream. Cairns lead across the slickrock northerly to a route through the cliffy pink Entrada layers to the top of Ticaboo Mesa. This is 0.6 miles south of the high...
4 miles
650 ft gain
Hike Mount Ellsworth
There is no specific trail that takes you to the peak - utilize a GPS / map for route finding. A small antenna shack and antenna can be found on the summit. The shack is a nice shaded spot to eat your lunch or soak in the views. There is typically...
8 miles
3000 ft gain
Explore Crystal Springs Canyon
Crystal Springs Canyon is southwest of Forgotten Canyon and Lone Pine Canyon and is Northwest of North Gulch.
Photos: Nomadi and Marilyn M
Explore Knowles Canyon
Knowles Canyon is in between Cedar Canyon and Forgotten Canyon. Knowles Canyon is at Mile 109. There is an arch near the mouth high on the north wall. You should be able to get close to the wall to get a good view of this arch.
Photos: Kai Strand...
Hike to the Ancestral Puebloan Ruins in Forgotten Canyon
The Ancestral Puebloan Ruins found up Forgotten Canyon can only be described as awe inspiring and humbling. The small adobe brick homes are known as the Defiance House. It is believed that there were a couple of families (15-20 people) who dwell...
4 miles
200 ft gain
Nearby camping, hotels, and more
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Bullfrog, Utah
Bullfrog RV Park & Campground
The Bullfrog Marina itself offers great opportunities to rent a wide variety of powerboats and water toys, allowing you to take your group into to the snaking waterways and canyons. And if you’re l...From $46/night
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Bullfrog, Utah
Defiance House Lodge
The lodge also boasts a great restaurant on the water called the Anasazi Restaurant, which has hearty home-style breakfasts, burgers, sandwiches, salads and soups for lunch, and great dinner entree...From $94/night
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Bullfrog Marina
Lake Powell Houseboat Rentals
Complete houseboat vacations departing from full-service marinas Wahweap and Bullfrog. Houseboats are available in a range of sizes and amenities to accommodate differing size families, groups and...From $993/night
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Bullfrog Marina
Family Units
The Bullfrog Family Unit features almost 1,000 square feet of living space, including three bedrooms (with three queen beds), two full bathrooms (with tub/shower), and a kitchen that comes complete...From $269/night
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Halls Crossing, Utah
Halls Crossing RV and Campground
A secluded getaway with spectacular views of Lake Powell.This campground is one of the quietest places on Lake Powell. The adjacent Village Store provides food and beverages for your stay, and don’...From $47/night
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Rosebud Atv
Overview Rosebud ATV Campground is located high on the Colorado Plateau at an elevation of 8300 feet. Torrey, Utah is just 17 miles northwest. Visitors enjoy exploring miles of local ATV trails.Rec...
