Everyone raves about this place, we hike a lot have done Angels and Half dome so gotta "Wave" right…read more? Took us 3 tries and scored hit early summer, bummer as you do need to plan your hydration carefully as it is dangerous out there when in the 90s We live close enough about a 4 hour drive to Page and overnight and early start to the trail head. Get a rental, you don't want to put your car thru the 9 rough miles and don't even think of doing it if it rains! Higher ground clearance is nice but not necessary but saw mostly SUV, drive your sedan at your own risk, we rented a compact SUV. Watch the weather carefully as for the two days we were there saw afternoon thunderstorms come in and the area did get a little rain the past day, saw some mud and standing water. As to the hike - summer is brutal! Start early, we did at 6am and did 8 miles but not all the attractions as we had to get back to Phoenix. Would it be worth the exhausting 13 miles to see it all, personal decision and gotta have the time. We've done 13 miles but wouldn't consider it here in summer or winter unless you are an Ironman Of course The Wave and Second Wave are amazing as does the arches and others look. We climbed past the second wave and ran outta time Must do, AllTrails or other offline map, the provided map and pictures are not enough. Consider a guide if you are a novice, but the guided tours were grouped and held back by what looked like the older crowd, YMMV. Four stars as between the difficulty with weather the slog the beauty not like Delicate Arch, Half Dome or Angels IMHO

I've heard the lottery permit for The Wave is one of the hardest to win. I had previously missed…read moreout on the advanced lottery for 3 dates I submitted for mid-May and sorta planned out my 9-day roadtrip in AZ without visiting here. I really only had 1 day to fit in a trip to The Wave while I was staying in Page for 4 days and took a shot with the daily lottery permit and won! I was super pumped when I got the email notification! The 2-day advance daily lottery permit can only be applied for while you are in a nearby geofenced area and you have to pick up the permit and go through orientation/training at either Page, AZ or Kanab, UT. One tricky thing about the permit application hours is that it is based on UT and Navajo time, not AZ time. If you are in Page, you'll have to ignore the local time and make sure you are 1 hour ahead of the daily application closing time. Anyways, this was one of the most jaw-dropping other-worldy places I've hiked. The journey to reach The Wave features some of the most unique terrains and landscapes I've seen. There are geologic features all around, everywhere you look. Once you reach The Wave area, you almost can't believe what you are seeing. Some areas look like the rings of Saturn. Some areas look like huge ocean waves. I was in awe the entire time I was there. I can't even explain everything I saw, as words can't describe the scenery. Just look at the pictures. I didn't really explore past the main area because I was on a tight schedule and needed to head back. I would have to say this hike may be too challenging if you only rely on the paper map provided during orientation. I would highly recommend GPS tracking app, I used AllTrails to track my hike and even then I went off trail a few times, as this is definitely not a straight forward hike. Not a long hike at about 3.3 mile each way, but I would start early as it can get quite hot in this area. Also, there was a gentleman from BLM that was checking for permits at The Wave, if you were curious about enforcement.

*Short hike to a beautiful overlook where you can see the other side of the dam and the nightly…read moreColorado River slicing through history *Surrounded by beautiful hues of red stone and gorgeous rock formations * Trail does include some steep stairs/ climbing- but there is a rail for support. But if you have health conditions- know your body limits. *Trail is sandy and rocky- wear supporting shoes because it's easy to slip or biff it * Hydrate and recreate safely and responsibly

So beautiful during sunset! Plenty of parking, a paved walkway (bit steep at times), but has…read morehandrails for support. I followed the trail to the right towards the dam, and there are multiple overlooks you can sit on along the edge (fewer people). And best of all, FREE!

To get to here, you will need to drive on House Rock Valley Road which is an unpaved road. I did it…read morein a 2WD sedan, but made sure that the weather was dry so there was no mud. There's a large parking lot with a few composting toilets. You do need to pay for a permit - the trailhead allows you to use your credit card to pay and prints out a copy of the permit. Anyway, this is an awesome slot canyon! Follow the stream bed until you enter the canyon. It's a short canyon that leads to a petroglyph panel. There's a ladder section, but also an alternative trail if you have a dog or can't navigate the ladder. At the petroglyph panel, you can then explore the Buckskin Gulch narrows (the full Gulch is an overnight hike). I had to turn around at some point since there were huge puddles of water - some over knee deep that I didn't want to risk accidentally falling into when balancing on rocks. I would definitely visit again!!!

What an amazing experience going through the canyons ,a bit rough on the road driving into the…read moretrailhead due to flood damage so a 4x4 is way better ,once you arrive bathrooms are clean .

The historic bridge is right next to the parking lot, so it's only a short stroll away. It's well…read moremaintained and fun to see the traffic on the modern bridge zoom by. I also saw a California condor soaring on the thermals, which I didn't expect! If you're nervous about heights, I wouldn't recommend looking over the side of the bridge since the droop is quite impressive... The interpretive center nearby has displays about the historic and modern bridges, as well as a gift shop and toilets. The washrooms are vault toilets so there's no running water, although hand sanitizer is provided. The center is single story building that has the usual NPS gift shop offerings. There's also more information about the history of the bridge, as it replaced a dangerous ferry crossing between Utah and Arizona. This bridge then had to be replaced as automobiles and trucks became larger, wider, and heavier. A new bridge was constructed and the historic bridge is now used as a pedestrian bridge.

You have to stop at Navajo Bridge if you're close to Page. Breathtaking scenery and vivid colors…read more I was so excited to be able to see California condors in the wild!!!

This bridge is great to drive on as well as to walk on, although it can be a bit unnerving to have…read moretraffic whizz by with not a lot of distance between you and them. The traffic is supposed to slow down to 25 mph, but I'm not sure how strictly that is followed. Park at the Carl Hayden Visitor Center at Glen Canyon Dam and walk on over, or you can choose to park at the side of the road in pullouts at both ends of the bridge to walk the bridge. There is high fencing for safety, but it does take away from the view a little bit. Best of all, this is free to enjoy! Definitely stop by and take a stroll.

Visiting the Glen Canyon Dam Bridge is an impressive experience. The engineering and scale of the…read morebridge are truly remarkable, offering breathtaking views of the Colorado River and the surrounding canyon. Walking across the bridge gives you a unique perspective of the massive Glen Canyon Dam and the vast, rugged landscape. It's both a thrilling and contemplative experience, perfect for photography, sightseeing, or simply appreciating human ingenuity harmonized with nature. A must-see landmark for anyone exploring northern Arizona.

Drove through on the way to Kanab l! Right after entering off to your left is a high Walmart!…read more Lots of places to stay!

As someone who was lucky enough to visit Page, and its world famous natural wonders; I was…read morehorrified to learn that Page City Council approved the possibility of a data center within city limits. Being in the middle of the desert, where only a couple of hours away at the Grand Canyon there's constant water conservation efforts. It's a disgrace to the natives, and it's a disgrace they still have to fight to protect THEIR land. All I can hope is that City Council backtracks this because it would be devastating for residents who would lose all water pressure and face serious health risks, and to the ecological environment. On the City of Page website they have an FAQ specifically over this issue, and state that nothing was approved to draw water from Lake Powell.. But where else would it come from?? Simply begging the Mayor and City Council members to make the right decision for current and future generations.

First off, I love how large the parking lot is. It's rare that I comment on the parking situation,…read morebut given how many visitors this place sees (with a bunch of tour busses too!) I like how they split up the lots with overflow parking. The visitor center is pretty big. As you enter you can see a big area of exhibits that talk about the geology of the dam as well as how Glen Canyon Dam compares to other dams in the world. Quite ominously, there was a exhibit about the water levels and it hadn't been updated in years...the overall trend was that there isn't a lot of water now. You can also watch a movie in back, shop at the gift shop, and get more information about the dam and surrounding areas at the information desk. Don't forget to walk on the bridge nearby, although it can be a bit unnerving to have traffic whizz by with not a lot of distance between you and them. It's unfortunate you can't actually enter the dam, but it makes sense due to the visitor volume and security concerns.

Perfect picnic lunch spot!! Breathtaking views, wonderful…read moremuseum and if you want some panoramic shots, this is a good place to get them. There is shady trees along the left side where there's a wall where you can overlook the canyon. A great gift shop and museum to look through as well.

The interpretive center has displays about the historic and modern bridges, as well as a gift shop…read moreand toilets. The washrooms are vault toilets so there's no running water, although hand sanitizer is provided. The center is single story building that has the usual NPS gift shop offerings. There's also more information about the history of the bridge, as it replaced a dangerous ferry crossing between Utah and Arizona. This bridge then had to be replaced as automobiles and trucks became larger, wider, and heavier. A new bridge was constructed and the historic bridge is now used as a pedestrian bridge. There are also displays about the California condors which are often spotted here, a loom displaying a partially woven Navajo rug, and dinosaur footprints. Quite eclectic. The historic bridge is right next to the parking lot, so it's only a short stroll away.

We visited the Navajo Bridge and stopped by the Navajo Bridge Interpretive Center to pick up some…read moresouvenirs. As with most souvenir shops, they have clothing, magnets, keychains, shot glasses, mugs, postcards, snacks, and all other kinds of stuff.