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Lake Powell, USA

From series “Stunning Beauty Places of the Earth, Unknown to Tourists”
Lenght: 300 km. Width: 40 km.

The river Colorado, which flows through two countries - USA and Mexico, is a natural sight of the world. However, some picturesque stretches of the river are still neglected by the millions of tourists, although the few travelers have already treasured their unique beauty. The Water Basin Powell is one of the least explored sites. It is the second largest water basin USA and is located on two states - Utah and Arizona.

Lake Powell, USA The length of this basin forms almost 300 km, and the width - about 40 km. The surface of the water basin is 1627 sq km. Powell simply looks wonderfully and is framed by the beautiful ocher rocks of the strange forms. The tourists can walk on the picturesque coasts of the water basin. The wealthy travelers prefer to rent the small plane Cessna and enjoy the landscapes of the water reservoir from the bird's eye view. This attraction is not cheap, but very impressive. 45 minutes flight over the Powell water basin costs about 150 US dollars.

During an aquiferous period you can go by canoe accompanied by the guide on the huge basin. Next to the water basin were several viewing platforms. As mentioned above, this strange natural sight is simply amazingly huge. And you can be sure that you will graze on the huge flooded gorges from all sides in the calm and unified atmosphere. Next - Cenotes of Yucatan


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Lake Powell - interactive map

Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'Wells Fargo Bank' located in 19 km ( check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'Alamo Rent A Car' is located in 12 km ( on the map).
Fuel station: 'Pilot Travel Centers' in 17 km
Supermarket: 'Walmart Supercenter' in 17 km
Parking: 'National Parks Transportation Inc' in 12 km
Apotheek: 'Walmart Supercenter' in 17 km
Police station: 'Security Office' in 21 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Subway' in 17 km

Nearest airports:
 »  Nellis Air Force Base Airport LSV - in 156 km
 »  McCarran Airport LAS - in 173 km
 Cities nearby

Best hotels near Lake Powell

Wingate by Wyndham - St. George

Located in 17 km from Lake Powell
Route on the map:
Rooms: 77
A satellite TV is included in all of the contemporary guest rooms at Wingate by Wyndham – St. George. Each spacious room includes a microwave, a … More: photo, rates and booking
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites - St. George

Located in 19 km from Lake Powell
Route on the map:
Rooms: 98
Cable TV is featured in all rooms at Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites St. George. Each spacious room is equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities. A … More: photo, rates and booking
Quality Inn South Bluff

Located in 20 km from Lake Powell
Route on the map:
Rooms: 83
Additional nearby attractions include the St. George Marathon, St. George Factory Stores and the Red Cliffs Mall. For more recreational … More: photo, rates and booking
Ramada Inn St. George

Located in 21 km from Lake Powell
Route on the map:
Rooms: 136
Ramada Inn St. George rooms include a flat-screen cable TV and tea and coffee-making facilities. A work desk is also provided. St. George Ramada … More: photo, rates and booking

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