Established Camping
Colorado River Primitive Camping Between Glen Canyon Dam and Lees Ferry — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
Colorado River Primitive Camping Between Glen Canyon Dam and Lees Ferry is located near the Colorado River in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The terrain consists of riverbanks and rocky landscapes. Temperatures can range from highs of 100°F in summer to lows of 30°F in winter. Nearby attractions include the Glen Canyon Dam and Lees Ferry, offering opportunities for exploration and sightseeing.
Description
National Park Service
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
No reservations. Along the fifteen mile stretch of the Colorado River between Glen Canyon Dam and Lees Ferry, there are five primitive beaches set aside for camping, marked with signs, on a first-come, first-served basis. Camping is permitted in these areas only, as they are provided with toilets and fire pits. These sites can only be accessed by small vessel. All campsites are located well above the river and require a short walk from your boat.
Location
Colorado River Primitive Camping Between Glen Canyon Dam and Lees Ferry — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is located in Arizona
Directions
Lees Ferry is 42 miles (61 km) from Page via Hwy 89 south and Hwy 89A west. It is 85 miles (125 km) from the North Rim of the Grand Canyon via Hwy 89A and Hwy 67. The Lees Ferry Junction and Park Entrance is in Marble Canyon, just west of Navajo Bridge Interpretive Center. A paved road leads 5 miles (8 km) to the Ferry area. Use public launch ramp to access the river and motor or paddle to one of the campsites.
Address
Colorado River upstream of Lees Ferry
Page, AZ 86040
Coordinates
36.866189 N
111.586686 W
Access
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Features
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 2 min from Flagstaff
- 2 hrs 31 min from St. George
- 3 hrs 15 min from Prescott Valley
- 4 hrs 15 min from Farmington
