the City of Page is a young and vibrant community located atop a mesa in north central Arizona, overlooking dramatic vistas of Lake Powell and Glen Canyon Dam, and adjacent to the vast Navajo Nation, the country's largest Native American tribe.

Today, Page is home to more than 8,000 people. It has become the hub of the famed Grand Circle, a collection of national parks and monuments, state parks, historical sites, prehistoric Indian ruins and awesome geological formations that reach from northern Arizona and New Mexico into southern Utah. With Lake Powell as its neighbor, Page welcomes more than three million visitors annually to the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and serves as a service center for travelers, many of whom come from foreign destinations to experience the region's outstanding natural beauty and outdoor recreation. The area's mild desert climate affords year-round opportunities for discovering Lake Powell and nearby national parks and monuments.

The lake is 186 miles long and includes more than 96 alluring side canyons. Its 1,960 miles of shoreline are equivalent to the entire Western coast of the continental United States. Lake Powell's largest full-service marina, Wahweap, is located only six miles from Page. The crystal-clear waters of Lake Powell, which reaches a depth of 500 feet, range from bright turquoise to deep green.The lake itself is encompassed by a surrealistic landscape of colorful canyons, peaks and buttes, making it a favorite location for Hollywood filmmakers.

Visitors use tour boats, personal watercraft, houseboats, and other motorized watercraft to explore the lake's endless side canyons, inlets and coves, and to hike from the shoreline to ancient pueblo ruins such as Defiance House. Swimming, water-skiing, scuba diving, and fishing are among the other activities offered.

Glen Canyon National Recreation Area have recently taking extra measures to keep Lake Powell free of zebra mussles. A Zebra Mussel Free Certification is needed to launch your boat from any of the Lake Powell Ramps. You may download and fill out the certification before you arrive at Lake Powell. This will save you time when you arrive.

Quick Facts: Zebra and quagga mussels can be spread by your boat, but they cannot live out of the water for long periods of time. Simply washing boats and equipment and allowing it to fully dry is an effective way to reduce the risk of spreading these aquatic hitchhikers. Zebra mussels may be under boat trim, in your engine, or even on your anchor chain.

Fortunately, Lake Powell is free of zebra and quagga mussels. It depends on you - and all of us -  to keep it this way. Please do your part.

Rafters begin their 15-mile excursion on the Colorado River near Page with a descent through a two-mile manmade tunnel that was used to construct Glen Canyon Dam. Rafters witness awesome red-rock walls towering hundreds of feet above the surface of the water, and have the opportunity to view many different species of birds, including the awesome California condors recently released into the area. Experienced guides, who also serve as historians, mix facts and folklore as they point out ancient petroglyphs. Rafters then float through thousands of years of history toward Lees Ferry, a major crossing point which opened travel and settlement of the Four Corners region for early pioneers. All-day and half-day float trips, suitable for all family members, are available.

Located just outside of Page off State Highway 98 is Antelope Canyon, a rare and incredibly beautiful geological formation known as a slot canyon. Created over millions of years by wind and water, the forces of time have formed a cathedral of sandstone, where fluid waves, curls and arches join together to create a series of towering, narrow passages in a palette of warm colors. Guided, 4-wheel tours are available from Page. Visitors may also drive to the Antelope Canyon parking lot and take the 3.5 mile ride to the canyon entrance in a tribal vehicle.

An easy hike starts just south of Page and leads to a fabulous view of the Colorado River known locally as Horse Shoe Bend. From Page, take U.S. Hwy. 89 south and look for an unpaved road to the right just past mile marker 545 on the east side of the highway. Follow the road to a parking lot and trailhead. The 3/4 mile trail leads to a spectacular overlook where, far below, the deep green water of the Colorado River makes a complete horseshoe turn around a sandstone butte. For a free visitor guide to Page, call toll-free 1-888-261-PAGE (7243).