Highly Recommended Kayaking Trip to Antelope Canyon

This was my favorite activity during our spring break road trip in the American West—absolutely worth recommending! Lake Powell is the second-largest man-made lake in the United States. The water is incredibly clear and beautiful, with slow currents. The lake reflects the red cliffs on both sides, creating breathtaking scenery. At the end of the kayaking route, you can start hiking after docking your kayak. No guided tours are required here, so you can enter Antelope Canyon for free! Compared to the rushed tours of Upper and Lower Antelope Canyon, I would definitely choose this natural and leisurely way to explore. We arrived at Page around 10 a.m. and went straight to rent a kayak. There are several rental shops in town, and they should all be similar. We rented a double kayak for $95 per day, including tax. The water route map is shown in photo 3. We went on March 10, and the weather was great, with a high of about 19°C. It took us about 1.5 hours to kayak to the destination, mostly with my partner paddling while I enjoyed the stunning scenery. On the way back, it took about an hour. Photo 4 shows the starting point. Be careful not to paddle past it when returning. Once you reach the end, you can start hiking. Antelope Canyon is beautiful, but I think the most stunning views are on the lake, with the cliffs and their reflections creating an absolutely mesmerizing scene. A few important tips: 1. Plan your timing well. Don’t start too early or too late. Starting too early can be quite cold; we saw people coming out wearing thick clothes. Starting too late might not leave enough time for hiking. 2. Some kayaking experience is necessary, and you should check the weather and wind speed in advance. Life jackets are mandatory, and the lake water is very cold, so capsizing is no joke. 3. Remember to protect yourself from the sun, bring plenty of drinking water, and wear sandals. Before hiking, you’ll need to drag your kayak ashore, which involves wading through water.