Government building where you can get an America the Beautiful pass – interagency pass for parks
Trip Snapshot
Best Time to Visit
Weekdays 07:00–10:00 to avoid midday lines
Open
Closed now · 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Price Range
Free
Parking
Free on‑site car, RV & trailer spaces along Scenic View Rd
Closed on weekends. Head up 89 there is Carl Hayden visitor center that is open daily.
Why Visit Glen Canyon National Recreation Area – Headquarters Building
The park’s administrative hub offers quick pass sales, basic trip information, and sweeping views over Page and Lake Powell—all in one convenient stop just off US‑89.
Highlights
Pass & Permit Sales – Buy America the Beautiful, Glen Canyon, and commercial permits in minutes.
Ranger‑Staffed Lobby – Get concise, authoritative answers without the crowds found at larger visitor centers.
Scenic Setting – Perched above Glen Canyon Dam, the building’s exterior plaza doubles as a quiet overlook.
Description
Serving both Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and Rainbow Bridge National Monument, this headquarters building houses park administration, law‑enforcement dispatch, and fee operations. The public lobby—open weekdays—lets you purchase passes, pay commercial fees, or ask quick questions through a staffed service window. While interior offices remain secure, the lobby’s glass frontage frames sandstone vistas and Lake Powell’s blue water beyond. For expanded exhibits, visitors are directed three miles north to the Carl Hayden Visitor Center, but the headquarters remains the fastest place in Page to handle official park business.
History
1972
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area was established on October 27, 1972.
1984
NPS selects Scenic View Rd site for a centralized headquarters in Page.
1987
Headquarters building completed; administrative staff relocate from temporary offices near the dam.
2005
Dispatch center for Glen Canyon and Rainbow Bridge moves into a secure wing.
2024
Lobby upgrades add automated entrance and ADA push‑button doors.
Features
Information desk (weekdays)
Annual & day‑use pass sales
Commercial/SUA permit payment window
Auto, RV & trailer parking
Accessible entrance & service counter
Emergency dispatch center (non‑public)
Outdoor seating / overlook area
Automated entrance system
Nearby EV charging (0.5 mi at City Park)
Getting There
From downtown Page, drive north on US‑89 for 1 mi, turn right on Scenic View Rd; building is on the left.
Insider Tips
Local advice to help you make the most of your visit.
01Good to know
Have your photo ID and vehicle plate number handy for faster pass processing.
02Be prepared
Need a full visitor center? Head to Carl Hayden VC three miles north.
03Local tip
No public restrooms
plan a stop elsewhere before arrival.
04Save time
Cell reception is strong; download lake maps while you wait.
05Stay connected
The small plaza offers a quiet sunrise view over the rim.
06Good to know
Federal holidays = closed; buy passes the day before.
07Be prepared
RVs can park along Scenic View Rd shoulder if lot is full.
08Local tip
Bring your own pen for permit forms.
09Save time
Pets may enter lobby if carried or on a short leash.
10Stay connected
Ask staff about current lake levels before launching.
Want the perfect day plan?Checkout our planning guides.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I buy a Glen Canyon pass here?
Yes—day, annual, and America the Beautiful passes are sold at the lobby window.
Are restrooms available?
No. The closest public facilities are at Carl Hayden Visitor Center (3 mi).
Is the lobby open on weekends?
No, it operates Monday through Friday, excluding Federal holidays.
Does the building have exhibits?
Exhibits are limited; for interpretive displays visit Carl Hayden Visitor Center.
Can commercial operators pay permit fees here?
Yes, Special Use Authorization and commercial fees are accepted in person.
