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Show Souvenir Edition The Kanab Area Vacation Guide Lake Powell-Fu- n Lets By Dixie Brunner 12 atooumds im the waiter the Indian, Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, and then one relatively new body of water deserving Ocean status... see-ther- es Beautiful Lake Powell. Lake Powell, straddling the UtahArizona border is without argument, one of the most beautiful lakes in the world. Its geographic setting amid the desert countryside, makes it the beloved ocean of the western states. The immediate countryside leading to Lake Powell has the mysterious look of moonscape. mountains, Large, wind-hew- n scattered boulders and deep crevices mark every turn. Not far from Big Water, Utah, you catch a glimpse of a surprising sight on the horizon. A large body of water! The aqua water spurs your curiosity. Could it be a mirage? Lake Powell was named after explorer John Wesley Powell, who was one of the first to navigate the Colorado River. The lake possesses more shoreline than the west coast of the United States. The lake, with a dramatic backdrop of Navajo Mountain, was full-servi- created when the Glen Canyon Dam was built. The huge power plant was constructed to capture r-Colorado River HALF-DA- Y FLOAT TRIPS From Glen Canyon Dom to Lee's Ferry full Day Trips Also Available Experience 15 miles of the Colorado River as it flows Managed by ARAMARK 50 S. Lake Powell Blvd. P.O. Box 717 Page, Arizona 86040 seems the logical place to unwind after a hot drive. Lone Rock is named for the large mountain of rock rising out of the calm lake water. Lone Rock Beach offers swimming, boating access, beach front camping, and remarkably pristine sand. There are no facilities other than restrooms, so make sure you pack in essentials. But just a quick work of caution-in your hurry to dip your warm toes in the refreshing cool water of Lone Rock, proceed carefully. The same beautiful sand thats so appealing to beach worshippers, can also be a nightmare when you get stuck! If you want to keep from spending several of your precious vacation hours shoveling and pushing your vehicle out of the sand, stay on hardened ground! The next logical stop for Lake Powell visitors is the Wahweap Marina. This beach and marina offers all the amenities a traveler needs to fully enjoy Lake Powell. From restaurant to motel, boat dock to rental companies, you can get what you need at Wahweap. If youre planning to go boating on Lake Powell, dont forget to seek the advice of experienced Lake Powell boatsmen to direct you on the best sights to see. Just west of the Wahweap Marina is one of our favorite Lake Coves. The Powell hangouts-Th- e Coves is a protected bay with cliffs that drop straight down to the crystal clear waters of Lake Powell. Cliff diving or jumping is a blast. Just ask our kids. You can jump a couple feet or off cliffs up to 75 feet above the water. There are other marinas at Dangling Rope, Halls Crossing, through beautiful Glen Canyon. Also explore ancient Anasazi petroglyphs. Our experienced guides will unveil facts and folklore about this legendary river. For more information or to make reservations, call toll free the awesome flow of the Colorado River as it begins its impressive journey down the Grand Canyon. Lake Powell is probably first and foremost, a boater and water lovers paradise. Most people will tell you that the only way to really experience the lake is by boat. Aquatic access can offer you the opportunity to view such natural wonders as and Rainbow Bridge (the largest natural stone span in the world.) You may choose to rent a houseboat to explore the myriad of secret coves and canyons foot rock walls tower where 200-30- 0 over you. Hole-in-the-Ro-ck The first stop travelers should make when coming from Kanab to Lake Powell, is at Lone Rock Beach State Park. With miles of sandy access,' the serene beach ce See LAKE POWELL, Page 13 Labe Powell) Uiew Home Sites from $34,500 Mobile Home Lots from $18,000 Commercial Opportunities Available GREENEHAVEN 8 miles northwest of Page on U.S. 89 PO Box 5122 Page, AZ 86040 1 (520) 353-435- (520)645-169- 8 Rimview Properties, Broker |