Lake Powell

Location:: Southern and Southeastern regions. Kane, Garfield, and San Juan counties.

Game fish: Striped bass, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, walleye, channel catfish, black crappie, bluegill, and green sunfish.

Lake Powell Photo by Brent Stettler

Size: 168,240 surface acres at full pool, 186 mile length. About 2,000 miles of shoreline.

Elevation: 3,700 feet

Conservation Pool: None

Maximum water temperature: 85 degrees

Productivity: Highly productive fishery for all species.

Type of fishing available: The majority of fishing occurs from boats, however a handicapped accessible fishing platform is available for shore anglers at Wahweap. Bag limits are the same for anglers of all ages. For most species, the limits are higher than other locations in Utah.

Angler pressure: Medium

Accommodations: There are several motels in Page, Arizona and other accommodations are available at some marinas.

Food: There are several restaurants and fast food establishments in Page, Arizona. Other food is available at some marinas.

Boat ramps: Wahweap, Bullfrog, Halls Crossing, and Hite.

Boat rentals: Yes, from marinas on the lake.

Fish food: Shad, aquatic and terrestrial insects.

Land ownership: National Park Services — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area

Access: Year-round automobile access by paved roads to marinas at Wahweap, Bullfrog, Halls Crossing, and Hite.

Unique attraction: Highly scenic, secluded areas, warm water, terrific inland striped bass fishing.

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