Introduction:
What? :
Visiting this almost
unknown viewpoint is very simple, short with excellent unique views of the
Colorado River canyon, in Page Arizona.
This can be just
15-20 extension for your trip here, amazing reword for the short easy side
trip.
The scenery from
this viewpoint is unique and impressive, and likely have the place almost to
yourself.
From the
viewing platform you can see to the north the base of Glen Canyon Dam, the
impressive arch road bridge, and the Colorado River flowing down the canyon.
If you look to
the other side, you see the deep Colorado canyon cutting its way in the plateau
and the river flowing down in the direction of Horseshoe area.
Where? :
To reach this
location turn off US Highway 89 onto Scenic View Road. On the other sides of
the hotels turn west onto an unmarked paved road. The road will slope down and
will end at a small parking lot. From there you can access the very short trail
leading to the viewpoint below.
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When? :
This location
is open year-round, and I think can be access 24/7.
Summer months
are very hot, and winter is clod.
Due note 1:
Free, no coast
involved.
Due note 2:
No restrooms or
water source.
No overnight
camping here.
There is a cell
reception at this point.
Due note 3:
The overlook is
not so known location so it have less people compare to other Colorado river viewing
point near Page.
Due note 4:
Please do not
go too close to the edge and stay in the platform area, falling from here will
be the last thing you will do.
Due note 5:
Although very
short the trail is not suitable for those with mobility issues.
Due note 6:
No river access
from this point.
Due note 7:
Dogs are welcome
but must be on a leash.
Due note 8:
This is a very short
walk but fully exposed to the sun.
Due note 9:
During morning hours,
the sun will not hit the lower section of the canyon and you will have shadows,
mid days provide even lightning and no shadows.
Due note 10:
You can’t walk
over to the bridge or dam from here.
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The visit:
From the
parking lot there is a short 500 ft long trail taking you down to the edge of
the cliff viewing platform.
The trail is
not even or flat and it first section are steps carved out of the sandstone,
there are rails for helping with stability.
After a very
short walk you will reach the overlook.
On the right
side you will have unique views of Glen Canyon Dam holding Lake Powell behind
it. The dam is more than 700 ft high and 300 ft wide, blocking the canyon.
In front of the
dam, you can see the Glen Canyon Bridge (highway 89) crossing the canyon.
To the left
side of the viewing platform there is the views of the Colorado River cutting
through Glen Canyon red rock plateau, about 1,000 ft below you.
If you are here
during morning hours look all the way down below and you might see Kayak tours
preparing for a day trip down the canyon.
After 5-10
minutes here, enjoying the amazing views you will walk up back to your car.
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