Bullfrog Marina to relocate for 2026 season amid low Lake Powell levels

PAGE, Ariz. — Officials at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area say chang­es are coming to uplake marina services at Lake Powell ahead of the 2026 summer boating season as lower water levels continue to shape operations in the Bullfrog and Halls Cross­ing areas.

Boats are moored at Hall’s Crossing Marina on Lake Powell, where services are expected to shift during the 2026 season as lower water levels prompt adjustments to uplake access. Photo by Sergey Malomuz.

According to a March 18 news release, the National Park Service and its con­cession partner, Aramark, plan to temporarily relocate the Bullfrog Marina, along with boat rentals and the fuel dock, into deeper water near Halls Crossing Marina to maintain reliable access through the summer.

Land-based services at Bullfrog will remain open during the transition, and fuel services will continue to operate from the relo­cated dock.

The changes reflect on­going challenges tied to fluctuating lake levels. For Kane County residents and visitors, the shift is ex­pected to move some uplake activity out of the county and toward Halls Crossing in San Juan County.

Kane County Commis­sioner Celeste Meyeres said the shift away from Bullfrog is not ideal for the county but reflects broader efforts to maintain access across the lake.

“While from a Kane Coun­ty perspective, moving the ramp out of Bullfrog is not ideal, we appreci­ate the efforts to protect visitation and access on a macro basis, as well as the proactive coordination from Glen Canyon leadership,” Meyeres said.

Park officials are also ad­vancing long-term plans for a permanent launch ramp at Stanton Creek near Bull­frog, designed to function at lower lake elevations. The project will not be com­pleted in time for the 2026 season, but the marina is expected to relocate there once finished.

In the meantime, officials say they are exploring the possibility of a temporary or primitive ramp in the Bullfrog or Stanton Creek area, though final details depend on lake conditions and construction feasibil­ity.

Despite the changes, Lake Powell remains open for recreation. Park of­ficials encourage boaters to check current lake lev­els, ramp conditions and service availability before traveling, particularly as conditions can change quickly during the summer months.