Page Tours & Activities

Plan your trip to Page, Arizona — handpicked tours and activities, the best time to visit, where to stay and eat, how to get there, and a sample itinerary.

Top things to do in Page

• Upper Antelope Canyon. The world's most-photographed slot canyon, carved through Navajo sandstone into sinuous amber and crimson waves. Iconic light shafts pierce the narrow opening from late spring through early fall, and every tour is led by a Navajo Nation–authorized guide who weaves in geology and cultural history.
• Horseshoe Bend. A 270-degree curve of the Colorado River carved 1,000 feet below the Arizona desert — one of the most dramatic overlooks in North America. A paved, accessible 0.6-mile trail leads to the rim; the $10 parking fee is collected by the City of Page and no reservation is needed.
• Lower Antelope Canyon. A narrower, V-shaped slot canyon with 120-foot walls of flowing sandstone, operated by Ken's Tours — a Navajo family-owned outfitter with 15,000-plus reviews. Steel staircases give access to wave-like corridors that glow with indirect amber light throughout the day.
• Glen Canyon Dam & Carl Hayden Visitor Center. Standing 710 feet tall, this Bureau of Reclamation engineering marvel holds back Lake Powell and supplies water to seven states. The free Carl Hayden Visitor Center offers guided dam tours (approximately $5), a relief map of Glen Canyon, and overlook views of the turquoise Colorado River below.
• Lake Powell Water Recreation. The second-largest man-made reservoir in the United States stretches across the Arizona–Utah border, offering houseboating, powerboat and jet-ski rentals, paddleboarding, wake surfing, and swimming at Lone Rock Beach. Wahweap Marina, just six miles from downtown Page, is the main hub for water activities.
• Rainbow Bridge National Monument. One of the world's largest natural bridges — 290 feet high and 275 feet wide — accessible only by boat across Lake Powell or by backcountry trail. The bridge holds deep spiritual significance to the Navajo, Hopi, and other neighboring tribes, and visitors are asked to observe it from the designated viewing area…
• Kayaking the Colorado River from Glen Canyon Dam to Lee's Ferry. Paddle up to 15 miles of calm, clear Colorado River water through canyon walls layered in red and orange sandstone, starting below Glen Canyon Dam near Petroglyph Beach and floating down to Lee's Ferry — passing Horseshoe Bend from the water. Shuttle services transport kayakers upstream, and the trip typically takes…
• Lee's Ferry Fly Fishing. The 15-mile stretch of cold, clear Colorado River between Glen Canyon Dam and Lee's Ferry is Arizona's premier wild trout fishery, offering world-class year-round fly fishing for rainbow trout. Lee's Ferry Anglers, Arizona's oldest fly shop at the canyon's crown, offers guided half-day and full-day trips.

Best time to visit Page

Late March through May or mid-September through mid-October. Shoulder seasons offer the best balance for visiting Page's landmark attractions. Spring (March–May) brings mild temperatures (highs 58–82°F), wildflower colour, and manageable crowds at Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend. Fall (mid-September–October) offers cooling temperatures after summer heat, softer light ideal for photography in the slot canyons, and the annual Balloon Regatta in November. Both seasons avoid the intense summer heat (up to 97°F+) while still enjoying clear skies and access to all attractions

Page weather by month

Getting to Page

A rental car is essential. Page has no public transit and attractions are spread across a wide area: Horseshoe Bend is 5 miles south, Wahweap Marina is 6 miles south, Antelope Point Marina is 5 miles east, Lone Rock Beach is 12 miles north, and Lee's Ferry is 42 miles south via Hwy 89A. Reserve a car before arriving — there are no rental agencies at the canyon attractions themselves.

• PGA Page Municipal Airport — 5 min drive
• FLG Flagstaff Pulliam Airport — 135 min drive
• LAS Harry Reid International Airport — 270 min drive

Where to stay in Page

Where to base yourself, by neighborhood.

• Downtown Page — Lake Powell Boulevard Corridor. The commercial and residential core of Page, stretching along Lake Powell Boulevard, where the largest concentration of hotels, motels, restaurants, and services are located. Walking distance to tour-operator pick-up points for Antelope Canyon, and a short… Good for: First-time visitors, budget travelers, families, solo adventurers who want walkable dining and easy tour logistics.
• Wahweap Marina Area. Located roughly six miles south of downtown Page along the lakeshore, the Wahweap area is home to Lake Powell Resort and the largest marina on the reservoir. Staying here puts guests steps from boat rentals, guided lake tours, the Rainbow Room restaurant,… Good for: Couples, honeymooners, lake-focused travelers, those wanting on-site boat access and premium views.
• Wahweap RV & Campground. For those who prefer sleeping under the stars, Wahweap Campground sits a quarter-mile from the Lake Powell shoreline with full-hookup RV sites, tent sites, fire rings, a coin laundry, showers, and a short walk to Wahweap Swim Beach. The most popular… Good for: RV travelers, tent campers, families and road-trippers who want nature immersion with minimal cost.
• Lone Rock Beach (Utah Side, 12 miles north). A primitive, first-come-first-served beachfront camping area on the Utah side of Lake Powell where visitors can drive to the water's edge and pitch a tent or park an RV directly on the sand. No hookups, minimal facilities, and a $10–$14 vehicle fee. The most… Good for: Adventurous campers, boaters, ATV users, families with watercraft who want true lakeside living.
• Antelope Point Marina (East of Page). Five miles east of downtown on Highway 98 on Navajo Nation land, Antelope Point offers houseboat rentals ranging from 50 to 75 feet — the most luxurious and distinctive lodging option in the Page area. Waking up on a floating home anchored in a red-rock cove… Good for: Groups, families, bucket-list seekers, romance-focused couples who want an unforgettable on-water stay.

Where to eat in Page

A curated set of standout tables and local favorites.

Local favorites & classics

• Big John's Texas BBQ. Downtown Page — S. Lake Powell Blvd · Texas-style BBQ — Page's most beloved restaurant, operating out of a remodeled vintage gas station with a retro vibe. Known for low-and-slow smoked brisket,…
• Rainbow Room. Wahweap Marina — Lake Powell Resort · American / Southwestern — Page's most scenic dining room, set inside a circular glass-walled restaurant with sweeping panoramic views of Wahweap Bay. Dinner…
• El Tapatio. Downtown Page · Mexican — A locally loved Mexican restaurant consistently ranked among Page's best for its seasoned chicken fajitas, Mazatlan burritos, and margaritas. A reliable, affordable option…
• Rustic Thistle. Downtown Page · American Breakfast / Southern — A cozy breakfast and brunch spot celebrated for hearty portions of Southern-inspired dishes alongside classic American breakfast fare. One of the few…
• Fiesta Mexicana Restaurant. 125 S Lake Powell Blvd · 4.4★ (4,141 reviews)
• Gone West Family Restaurant. 679 S Lake Powell Blvd · 4.3★ (3,261 reviews)
• Ranch House Grille. 819 N Navajo Dr · 4.3★ (2,321 reviews)
• Dam Bar & Grille. 644 N Navajo Dr · 4.1★ (2,658 reviews)

Cafés, bakeries & casual

• K-BBQ & Tofu House. Residential Page — Elm St · Korean BBQ / Hot Pot — A surprising find in the high desert: an authentic Korean barbecue and hotpot restaurant with tableside grilling, stone-pot rice bowls, japchae,…
• Bonkers Restaurant and Steakhouse. Downtown Page · American / Italian / Steakhouse — One of Page's longest-running sit-down restaurants, known for quality steaks, fresh salmon, and an upscale-for-the-region atmosphere. A solid dinner…
• Jádí'Tooh (Antelope Point Marina). Antelope Point Marina — 5 miles east of Page · American / Southwestern — The only floating restaurant on Lake Powell, perched on a dock at Antelope Point Marina on Navajo Nation land. Open interior…
• Grand Canyon Brewing + Distillery. Downtown Page · American Brewpub — Page's craft-beer hub, serving locally brewed ales and lagers alongside burgers, pizzas, and classic pub-style fare. A relaxed spot to wind down after a day on the…
• LP Italian Deli (Lake Powell Italian Deli). Downtown Page · Italian Deli — A popular quick-lunch spot known for hearty Italian sandwiches and paninis built with fresh ingredients — a welcome alternative to fast food when packing for a day…
• Hot n Sweet Coffee and Donut Shop. 36 S Lake Powell Blvd #2361 · 4.9★ (1,506 reviews)
• Kanab Creek Bakery. 238 W Center St · 4.3★ (1,074 reviews)
• Sunset 89. 724 US-89 · 4.1★ (1,467 reviews)

Fine dining & Michelin

• BirdHouse. Downtown Page · American — Fried Chicken — A converted drive-through turned casual counter-service spot rated 4.6 stars by 400-plus reviewers. Famous for crispy fried chicken, creative sandwiches,…
• The Barnyard. 643 Haul Rd · 4.3★ (663 reviews)
• Cliff Dwellers Restaurant. 1408 US-89A · 4.6★ (395 reviews)
• Little India. 614 N Navajo Dr · 4.5★ (310 reviews)
• Lake Powell Sports Bar and Grill. 704 Rim View Dr · 4.6★ (153 reviews)
• Latitude 37. 100 Lakeshore Dr · 4.0★ (84 reviews)

A 7-Day Page Plan

1. Day 1 — Slot Canyons & Crimson Light. Start early with a guided tour of Upper Antelope Canyon, where narrow sandstone walls glow in shafts of golden light — book the first entry slot to catch the best beams and avoid midday crowds. Walk a short distance to the rim of Horseshoe Bend for one of the American Southwest's…
2. Day 2 — Underground Labyrinths & Canyon Depth. Join a guided tour of Lower Antelope Canyon, a narrower and more ladder-accessed slot canyon that rewards photographers with dramatic light shafts and flowing stone curves unlike any seen above ground. Explore Antelope Canyon X and Waterholes Canyon, two lesser-visited…
3. Day 3 — Dam, History & Lake Discovery. Tour the Glen Canyon Dam and the Carl Hayden Visitor Center, where exhibits cover the dam's construction history and the ecology of the Colorado River corridor — guided dam tours go inside the structure itself. Rent a boat or join a guided Lake Powell water recreation tour from…
4. Day 4 — Rainbow Bridge & Lone Rock. Take a full-morning boat tour from Wahweap Marina to Rainbow Bridge National Monument, one of the world's largest natural bridges, sacred to the Navajo Nation and reachable only by water or a long backcountry hike. Return to shore and drive to Lone Rock Beach on Lake Powell, where…
5. Day 5 — Colorado River Adventure. Launch a kayak or join a guided paddle from the Glen Canyon Dam launch ramp and float the calm, crystal-clear stretch of the Colorado River down toward Lee's Ferry, passing towering canyon walls streaked with desert varnish. Arrive at Lee's Ferry — the official start of the Grand…
6. Day 6 — Vermilion Cliffs & The Wave. Depart early on a day trip toward the Vermilion Cliffs National Monument, stopping at the Coyote Buttes North permit zone if you secured a coveted lottery permit for The Wave, a swirling Navajo sandstone formation unlike anything on earth. Even without a Wave permit, explore the…
7. Day 7 — Slow Mornings & Navajo Culture. Visit the Navajo Village Heritage Center (seasonal) or browse the Navajo arts and crafts vendors near Antelope Canyon to learn about the history and culture of the Navajo Nation, whose land surrounds Page. Take a leisurely scenic drive along Highway 89 south toward the Echo…

Events & festivals in Page

• Lake Powell Cruiser Car Show (May (typically early May)). Annual gathering for classic car and motorcycle enthusiasts at John C. Page Park, with vendor booths, live music, and food.
• Page Independence Day Celebration (July 4). Annual Fourth of July parade, live music, family activities, watermelon and pie eating contests, and a fireworks show at Lake Powell National Golf Course starting at 9 PM.
• Page Oktoberfest (September–October (exact annual date varies)). Family-friendly Oktoberfest celebration with a beer garden, live music, barrel racing, brat-eating competition, and costume contests.
• Lake Powell Half Marathon (October). Annual half marathon starting at John C. Page Park and incorporating the Page Rim Trail with views of the surrounding canyon landscape.
• Page Balloon Regatta (Early November (e.g., November 5–8, 2026)). Billed as Arizona's largest hot air balloon festival. Hot air balloon launches over Lake Powell, a downtown street fair, live music, and a Balloon Night Glow. Held at Lake Powell National Golf Course.
• Christmas in the Park (December). Holiday event featuring festive decorations, a tree-lighting ceremony, Santa visits, hot cocoa, caroling, and local musical performances.
• Page Art Fest (Annual (exact month not confirmed in available sources)). Annual celebration showcasing visual art, attracting artists and visitors from across the country.

Top-rated tours & activities in Page

• Lower Antelope Canyon Hiking Tour — 4.9★ (7,292 reviews)
• Horseshoe Bend Rafting Trip in Page — 4.9★ (184 reviews)
• Sunset Horseshoe Bend Off-Road UTV Adventure — 4.9★ (33 reviews)
• Upper Antelope Canyon Tour-AACT — 4.7★ (2,069 reviews)
• Antelope Canyon X Admission Ticket — 4.6★ (652 reviews)
• Via Ferrata Tour — 5.0★ (32 reviews)
• Secret Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend Overlook — 4.9★ (726 reviews)
• Navajo Dinner Theater, Hoop Dancing, and Native Storytelling — 4.9★ (482 reviews)

Page travel FAQ

When is the best time to visit Page?

Late March through May or mid-September through mid-October.

What are the top things to do in Page?

Top experiences include Upper Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Lower Antelope Canyon, Glen Canyon Dam & Carl Hayden Visitor Center, Lake Powell Water Recreation.

Which airport is closest to Page?

Page Municipal Airport (PGA) is the nearest, about 5 minutes away.

Where should I stay in Page?

Popular areas to base yourself include Downtown Page — Lake Powell Boulevard Corridor, Wahweap Marina Area, Wahweap RV & Campground, Lone Rock Beach (Utah Side, 12 miles north).

How do I get around Page?

A rental car is essential.