Start Your Adventure With Local Expertise! These suggested routes and anchoring spots come straight from the Lake Powell team. Our crews spend every season on the water, scouting the best beaches, calmest coves, and most memorable places to explore. Whether you're planning a quick getaway or a full week on the lake, these recommendations will help you make the most of your houseboat experience.
*For fuel efficiency, we recommend staying south of Mile Marker 25.
Wahweap Bay
Stay close to the marina and enjoy some of the most convenient—and scenic—spots on the lake.
• Local Coves: Save on fuel by choosing a nearby cove or meeting friends at Lone Rock Beach.
• Ice Cream Canyon: A popular cove with wide sandy beaches and distant rock formations that look like scoops of ice cream.
• Lone Rock Beach: Perfect for meeting friends with 4x4 vehicles or campers. This Utah State Park beach allows day and overnight camping right on the shoreline and attracts visitors from around the world.
Navajo Canyon
As you head uplake, consider exploring Navajo Canyon—one of the most peaceful, unplugged areas on South Lake Powell.
• This canyon extends deep into Arizona and typically has no cell service, making it ideal for disconnecting.
• A sandy beach near the back of the canyon often hosts a handful of houseboats.
• Travel time: approximately 1 hour to the canyon mouth and up to 2 hours to reach the beach.
Warm Creek Bay
About 2 hours from Wahweap, Warm Creek Bay offers:
• Endless sandy shoreline for anchoring or beaching your houseboat
• Wide‑open water perfect for watersports
• A Floating Restroom & Waste Pump‑Out Station located at the bay entrance for mid‑trip waste management
Gunsight Canyon (Manager’s Choice!)
A stunning canyon framed by the iconic Gunsight Butte, offering a classic western landscape.
• Numerous sandy beaches and coves for anchoring
• Approximately 3 hours from Wahweap
• A favorite for its dramatic scenery and peaceful setting
