Historic
Coconino County, AZ
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Historic Colorado River crossing and the operational start of Grand Canyon river trips inside Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Lonely Dell Ranch, ferry-era stone buildings, the Spencer steamboat remnants, and the modern launch ramp sit where the Paria meets the Colorado—only road access to the river for hundreds of canyon miles.
| Region | Coconino County, AZ |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 36.8675, -111.5952 |
| Access | Paved Lees Ferry Road 5 mi from US-89A at Marble Canyon (NPS entrance station) |
| Agency | NPS Glen Canyon National Recreation Area |
| Era | Ferry 1872–1928; Lonely Dell Ranch pioneer site; modern raft launch |
| Nearby | Navajo Bridge Interpretive Center, Horseshoe Bend, Page / Glen Canyon Dam |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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