Lake Powell and Horseshoe Bend

 Lake Powell- 

After completing our site seeing of grand canyon we went ahead to see the famous Lake Powell.  We could go near to the lake powel and saw it from the upper part of the lake.  We had not actually gone into lower part of the lake for any activity, as we did not have sufficient time.  Even from a long distance we could have a marvelous view, beautiful  show of nature on the canvass of Grand Canyon. We enjoyed photo sessions here also. 

This man-made reservoir, located in northern Arizona and southern Utah, is a great spot for travelers seeking nature and outdoor adventure.Lake Powell is famous because it is the second largest artificial reservoir in the United States, known for its stunning red rock sandstone canyons and massive role in western water.  However by the time we visited that water level has gone down, as appearing from the long distance. 

Lake Powell is a reservoir on the Colorado River in Utah and Arizona, United States. It is a major vacation destination visited by approximately two million people every year. It is very famous fishing point too. 

After visiting the Lake for a while we move forward to see the main attraction nearby known as Horseshoe Bend .

Horseshoe Bend - 

Horseshoe Bend is a stunning, deep horseshoe-shaped curve carved by the Colorado River, located just outside the town of Page, Arizona. After parking the care at the expected parkin slot, we have go on walking for a pretty long distance and time.  almost 50 minutes to one hour walking in involved for going to see the Horseshoe Bend.   The road is good but also full of sand over it, so naturally our speed of walking get reduced considerably.   Further Due to Heat people are advised to use big hats and carry water for drinking .  

Fortunately on the day we visited Horseshoe Bend the climate was nice, not much hot, and it was also second half of the day, and not much hot.  We could walk comfortably.  It was really very difficult after visiting grand canyon to take such a long walking route.  We had planned it on second day, but had to cover it up on the same day due to paucity of time. 

It is open for public seven days of the week from sunrise to sunset.  The everning time is better due to weather conditions.  The walking distance is about 1.5 miles from the parking slot.  Over millions of years, the Colorado River cut nearly 1000 feet into the Navajo sandstone of the Colorado Plateau, carving a horseshoe- shaped curve so dramtic it defied belief. 

Over millions of years, the Colorado River cut nearly 1,000 feet into the Navajo sandstone of the Colorado Plateau, carving a horseshoe-shaped curve so dramatic it defies belief. Today, a 0.6-mile hard-packed sand trail leads from the parking lot to the rim — one of the most awe-inspiring views in the American West.

Located 5 miles south of Page, AZ, Horseshoe Bend sits within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area

Note: It’s a 1,000-foot drop to the river below. Use caution while walking near the edge.

The shoe typed cutting of the surrounding hills by the colorado river over the crores of years is worth seeing.  It is a marvelous view of nature. From top we can see in front of us U shaped hills carved out by the river.  The river is very big and wide too.  The water appears completely green, but we can see from upper position that water is literally moving in the river. 

The trail starts to the right of the information panel and climbs to the top of a sandy knoll. From here, you can see the rest of the path ahead of you. Follow the gentle slope down the far side of the hill all the way to the rim of the cliffs. Near 0.2 mile you pass a shade structure on the right (the only shade on the whole hike), and beyond that the trail crosses alternating patches of slick rock and sand dunes out to the overlook.

Unique Features

Stunning Drop: The overlook sits roughly 1,000 feet (305 meters) above the rushing green-blue waters of the Colorado River. 
Geological History: Known as an incised meander, it formed millions of years ago when the Colorado Plateau uplifted and trapped the winding river in its deep bed.
Vibrant Colors: The striking contrast between the orange-red Navajo sandstone and the emerald-green river creates a world-famous, highly photogenic view