Celebrate the Centennial

Celebrate the Centennial

History in the Making

Lake Powell is excited and honored to help celebrate the 100th year of the National Park Service! We invite you take part in the year long celebration. From fun events and contests to commemorative souvenirs and special lodging packages, we hope to make your visit to Lake Powell unique and memorable in 2016.

Curious to know more about the park's history?

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Take Part in the Celebrations!

With a full slate of centennial activities, you'll want to start planning now:

100 to 100 - Kickoff countdown to the NPS' birthday, May 17

Founder's Day - Official Birthday of the National Park Service, August 25

Founder's Day Celebration - Fee Free Days all week, August 25 - August 28

National Public Lands Day - Fee Free Day, September 24

Veteran's Day - Fee Free Day, November 11

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Bring the Centennial Home

When visiting the lodges or marinas of Lake Powell, be sure to check out one of our stores for unique, one of a kind gifts and merchandise commemorating the Centennial. These items have been specially designed for the lodge and the Centennial. And all products are Made in the USA and have sustainability in mind.

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Experience and Taste History

Throughout the year, our Chefs will be featuring special menu items and beverage selections to celebrate the Centennial. These items have been chosen based on their historic significance at the lodge and park. Many of these dishes were on the original lodge menu 100 years ago!

Dining Options


Save on your Stay

To make the 100th birthday of the Centennial special, we are offering some great deals:

  • Centenarians Stay FREE: Are you celebrating your 100th birthday? If so, we are offering those that are 100 or turning 100 a complimentary night at Lake Powell Resort & Defiance House Lodge!

Call 888.896.3829 to book your stay today!


Sweepstakes & Promotions


100 Days to 100 Countdown - Park Presents

Check back all summer long because we'll be revealing new prizes and great limited edition Centennial gear that you can enter to win!

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Clif Park Promo

Help us celebrate the NPS Centennial by sharing a selfie using the hashtag #CLIFParkPromo and you’ll be entered to win our weekly drawing!

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Happy 100th!

The National Park Service is turning 100 this year. So who better than the Parks themselves to deliver the message. From amazing wildlife, to rangers and even train whistles, everyone and everything is in on the action.