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National Park Service, State Of Utah Proposing To Extend Ferry Ramp At Glen Canyon National Park

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The National Park Service and state of Utah are proposing to expand the ferry ramps at Bullfrog and Halls Crossing on Lake Powell/NPS

As Lake Powell continues to drop in elevation due to poor snow years, the National Park Service and state of Utah are proposing to extend a ferry ramp at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area so motorists can benefit from a "shortcut" between Bullfrog and Halls Crossing. Without the ferry service, which takes roughly 25 minutes to move between the two marinas, motorists would be looking at a two-and-a-half-hour drive.

According to Park Service officials, the existing ferry ramps at the two marinas work as long as the lake surface is at an elevation of 3,610 feet. However, in recent years the lake level has fallen below that elevation on occasion, the agency said in seeking public comment on the proposal.

"The ferry has been required to temporarily relocate near the recreational boat ramp in Bullfrog, creating congestion and associated risks for pedestrians and recreational boaters," a Park Service release said. "The temporary relocation has also increased the distance, time, and costs associated with ferry operations per trip."

Under normal operating conditions, the ferry can hold 22 vehicles and 150 passengers. There are six scheduled departures from Halls Crossing to Bullfrog daily, and six return trips.

Under the planned construction, the ferry would be able to operate down to a lake level of 3,555 feet, according to the plan.

The Park Service and state of Utah currently are preparing an environmental assessment on the project. Public comments on the project are being accepted through September 9. You can find more details on the project, and leave your comments, at this site.

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