Lake Powell Vacation Facts
Fishing in Lake Powell is available year around and dozens of different species abound. Lake Powell is home to various sport fishing tournaments traveling here from coast to coast. Record size fish continue to be taken from Lake Powell each year. The best trout fishing is in the 15 miles of river between the boat launch site at Lees Ferry and the base of Glen Canyon Dam. Some shore-fishing is possible the first mile and a half up from Lees Ferry. Otherwise, boats are necessary.
Lake Powell Frequently Asked Questions

House Boat Rentals are one of the best ways to see
this scenic, marvelous area. Lake Powell, created by
the Glen Canyon Dam, is 186 miles long with more
than 1,986 miles of shoreline. By the time the dam
was completed in 1963, it took another 14 years to
fill the lake. Since then, Lake Powell has proven to
be a premier attraction for millions of visitors from
all over the world.
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