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⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 4/6/2026 12:00 AM EDT

No dock access to Rainbow Bridge

At current lake levels, Rainbow Bridge docks do not reach the land. Dock-to-trail access to Rainbow Bridge will not be available until water levels rise again. Restrooms at the dock will remain open. This alert will stay up until the situation changes. Check the link for current lake (1/2)

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⚡ Danger ⚡
Issued: 3/3/2026 12:00 AM EST

Quicksand Present at Lakeshore Edge of the Rainbow Bridge Trail

Quicksand may be present near the shoreline and in drainages throughout the park. It can appear dry and firm on the surface but may suddenly give way. Recognize unstable, shifting, or unusually soft ground, and use caution when entering through these areas.

https://www.nps.gov/rabr/planyourvisit/safety.htm

Safety - Rainbow Bridge National Monument (U.S. National Park Service)

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⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 3/2/2026 12:00 AM EST

No dock access to Rainbow Bridge

At current lake levels, Rainbow Bridge docks do not reach the land. Dock-to-trail access to Rainbow Bridge will not be available until water levels rise again. Restrooms at the dock will remain open. This alert will stay up until the situation changes. Check the link for current lake (1/2)

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⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 8/20/2025 10:15 AM EDT

No dock access to Rainbow Bridge

At current lake levels, Rainbow Bridge docks do not reach the land. Dock-to-trail access to Rainbow Bridge will not be available until water levels rise again. Restrooms at the dock will remain open. Check the link for current lake information.

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⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 8/20/2025 10:23 AM EDT

Changing water levels affect docks at Rainbow Bridge

Rainbow Bridge docks will be moved to deeper water on Monday, August 25. This change means easy dock-to-trail access to Rainbow Bridge will not be available until water levels rise again. Check Lake Powell Resorts for the status of tours to the bridge.

https://www.nps.gov/glca/learn/news/20250814.htm

Lake Powell Low Water Updates: Wahweap Main Launch Ramp Inoperable Aug. 18, Rainbow Bridge Dock Moving Aug. 25 - Glen Canyon National Recreation Area (U.S. National Park Service)

Lake Powell Low Water Updates: Wahweap Main Launch Ramp Inoperable Aug. 18, Rainbow Bridge Dock Moving Aug. 25

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⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 6/25/2024 1:29 PM EDT

Dock Adjustments in Progress

Due to maintenance moving docks, water access to Rainbow Bridge National Monumnet is planned to be closed for two days Wednesday & Thursday. We plan to reopen on Friday.

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⚠️ Caution ⚠️
Issued: 5/29/2024 5:04 PM EDT

Dock Adjustments in Progress

Glen Canyon Facilities Staff are making adjustments to docks at Rainbow Bridge National Monument. There is a temporary interruption, and the docks are not connected to shore. We expect this to be a very brief situation.