As Lake Powell continues to shrink, another access point for boaters at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is closing.
Park officials say the main Wahweap launch ramp will close Monday, August 18, due to low water levels. All other Wahweap services and Wahweap Main courtesy dock remains open.
Additionally, the Rainbow Bridge dock will be moved to deeper water on Monday, August 25. This change means easy dock-to-trail access to Rainbow Bridge will not be available until water levels rise again. Restrooms at the dock will remain open.
The latest developments come just four months after Glen Canyon Superintendent Michelle Kearns predicted that Lake Powell's water level would remain "relatively steady" this summer and that most boat ramps would remain open this summer.
When Kearns made that prediction in her April newsletter to park partners, the surface of Lake Powell was at 3,558.46 feet above sea level. On Wednesday it was down to 3,552.29. For comparison, a year ago the level was 3,582.22.
Launch ramps closed to houseboats and small motorized vessels as of Thursday were:
- Wahweap Main launch ramp (closed to houseboats)
- Wahweap Auxiliary launch ramp
- Wahweap Stateline launch ramp
- Antelope Point Public Launch Ramp
- Halls Crossing Launch Ramp
- UDOT Ferry and launch ramps
- Bullfrog Main launch ramp
- Bullfrog Main launch ramp spur (small craft launch at own risk)
- Stanton Creek Primitive Area
- Hite Ramp
Boaters are responsible for knowing the minimum water depth required for their vessel and trailer. Before visiting, check the park website and social media channels for the most current ramp and dock status.
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