Do cell phones work on Lake Powell? Is there a marine operator?
Cell phones work on Lake Powell as long as you have line of sight to Navajo Mountain. Basically, if you are in the main channel or out in an open bay, you probably can make a connection or move to a location that will get you a connection. You will not be able to get a connection in the backs of canyons or in places where the walls are high. A cell phone is strongly recommended when hiking or in other isolated areas. A marine operator can place an AT&T call through Channel 26 based in Window Rock. It’s always a good idea to have a marine radio on a lake as big as Lake Powell. We strongly recommend you do not venture out without one. Please be advised that anyone with a radio on the lake can hear your conversation. Cellular Phone Coverage The southern end of the lake has cellular phone coverage that extends up to around Dangling Rope Marina. The main channel of the lake is best signal strength. Once you get past Padre Bay signal strength gets weak in canyons. Moving to the main channel
