Frequently Asked Questions about Antelope Point

Q. How did Antelope Point get its name?

A. Before the construction of the Glen Canyon Dam and the power plant, antelope roamed free in this area. Hunters would go to the highest point to search for the antelope, which was this hill side, Antelope Point, Jadi' Tsi' zi', translated, means fast runner; standing antelope.

The Navajo people also used this area for grazing their sheep and would take the sheep down to the river by a set of steps that were carved in the side of Navajo Canyon, known as the minors staircase, which can still be seen today.

Q. Where is Antelope Point Marina located?

A. Antelope Point Marina is located just seven miles East of Page, Arizona, on Navajo Nation land at Lake Powell within the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. View a map of the location of Antelope Point here.

Q. How does this project work in cooperation with the Navajo Nation?

A. The project was built with the blessings of the Navajo Community. The marina is on leased land that has been owned by the Navajo Nation for centuries. The resort will be built to blend majestically with the Navajo culture and the people of the Navajo Nation.

Q. What Navajo cultural elements will Antelope Point Marina resemble?

A. The Navajo people will bring elements of their own community to the resort in the form of art such as weavings, baskets, and jewelry. There will be literature available about the Navajo people and their philosophy and customs as well as a cultural center and artist studios on-site demonstrating many Navajo elements.

Q. What will Antelope Point Marina offer that similar marinas in the area
do not currently offer?

A. Antelope Point will offer luxury, upscale amenities, and customer service to the highest of standards. All facilities are brand new and built with guest's needs and comforts in mind. We have the only restaurant that is located right on the water.

Q. What boat launch facilities are available at Antelope Point Marina?

A. There are two launch ramps at Antelope Point. Both ramps are situated within the National Park Service in cooperation with the Navajo Nation fee area.

The public launch ramp provides free launch-at-your-own-risk site with public parking and is maintained by the National Park Service (928) 608-6200.

The private ramp, which is maintained by the concessioner of Antelope Point Holdings, LLC, is a valet service option, which costs thirty-five dollars ($35.00) round trip and your vehicle and trailer are parked in a secure area with 24 hour security. These services include additional amenities such as cart service, easy access to the restaurant, fuel dock, store and lounge. Valet services can be reached by calling (928) 645-5900 and selecting option three (3) or extension 7-5027.

Q. What services and park pass information are provided at the Fee Entrance to Antelope Point Marina?

A. Antelope Point Marina is located within the Federal Reservation on the Navajo Nation and coordinates an entrance station in cooperation with the entrance to the National Park Service Recreation Are fee area of Lake Powell.

The phone number at the Antelope Point entrance fee booth is (928) 645-9189.

You have the option of purchasing a weekly (seven-day) pass for fifteen dollars ($15.00), or an annual pass for thirty dollars ($30.00). There is also an annual National Interagency Park Pass for eighty dollars ($80.00).

There are fees for motorized water vessels to be utilized on Lake Powell as well; an annual sticker, which expires on December 31, 2008 costs thirty dollars ($30.00), or a weekly pass is fifteen dollars ($15.00). A second water vessel would be charged is sixteen dollars ($16.00), with a third vessel at eight dollars ($8.00). Kayaks would not be charged for the water vessel sticker.

Q. What effect does the Castle Rock Cut being closed have?

A. Launching or mooring your boat with Antelope Point Marina will save you from traveling 12 miles one way, 24 miles round trip, through the straights, and make for a much safer trip, plus saving time and fuel.

In an average power boat, traveling through the straights would add an extra hour round trip, not to mention the cost of gas, you would use an extra 12- 15 gallons of gas, which would save you about $60.00 in the end. There is still plenty of water to get out there and enjoy, just start your trip with us to save time and money.

Q. How is Antelope Point affected by the fluctuation in water level at Lake Powell?

A. Antelope Point Marina is built in the deepest part of the channel and constructed to move up and down as the water level fluctuates. Even in severe low water circumstances, Antelope Point Marina will remain functional because the channel in which it sits is 400 feet deep.

Q. Once built-out, how many houseboat slips will Antelope Point Marina have available?

A. Antelope Point will have 300-wet slips for lease and 30-acres of dry storage.

Q. How do I get to Antelope Point Marina?

A. From Phoenix, AZ: Drive North on I-17 through Flagstaff, AZ. On the North side of Flagstaff, travel on Highway 89 North. Continue on 89 North to Highway 98 (approximately 1 mile South of Page, AZ). Turn right (east) on 98 and travel seven miles to the Antelope Point Marina turn-off.

From Utah: Travel to Highway 89 South, and take Highway 89 South through Kanab, Utah. Continue approximately 70 miles. Go across the Glen Canyon Bridge, and stay on 89 South approximately 5 miles to the intersection with 98 East. Turn left (east) onto 98 and proceed seven miles to the Antelope Point Marina turn-off.

Need a better idea of how to get to Antelope Point? View directions here.

Q. If I fly into Page, AZ, How do I get there from the airport?

A. Take Coppermine Road south for 1.4 miles and turn left at State Route 98. Travel east toward the powerplant for 2.1 miles. Turn left at N22B and travel 4.5 miles. Antelope Point Marina is just ahead on your right.