Lake Powell's Escalante Arm, Utah - A Guest Photo Set

Ray Leese was a professional kayaking and fishing outfitter at Lake Powell in northern Arizona / southern Utah. As such he got to explore some of the lake's most fascinating areas.

The photo set below, which he has contributed, shows some scenes from the lake's remote Escalante Arm. The Escalante River is a major tributary of the Colorado River. While the Escalante's lowest reaches and canyons have been flooded by Lake Powell, much of this river system remains intact. It features narrow sandstone canyons rich in natural landmarks and prehistoric sites and artifacts. The upper reaches of the river are now part of the new Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument.

The photo set below includes a well preserved Anasazi dwelling, petroglyphs, and scenes from Coyote Gulch, including the famed Hamblin Arch. The scenic Hurricane Wash / Coyote Gulch (which flows into the Escalante) trail system has been a favorite for generations of backpackers. It is also reachable from Lake Powell with light craft such as a kayak. Click on any photo below to view some very nice enlargements.