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Ceiba
Adventures
 Logistics
- Put-in information - Grand Canyon
Lee’s Ferry, Marble Canyon, AZ
Lee’s Ferry/Marble Canyon is where Grand
Canyon river trips launch from. Two and a half hours
from Flagstaff, Marble Canyon is home to three lodges
(Marble Canyon Lodge, Lee’s Ferry Lodge, and
Cliff Dweller’s Lodge). All have multiple
services, including restaurants, pay phones, and
outgoing mail.
Rig Day:
Traveling from your point of origin to Lee’s
Ferry and then rigging your boats usually takes
a full day. Many of Ceiba’s services can alleviate
frustration and save time if you utilize them!
There is electricity at Lee’s Ferry, bathrooms
(no showers), and a private river runner’s
camp spot just downstream from the launch ramp.
It is illegal to camp on the ramp.
Often, several (or many) private, commercial, and
science trips rig on the same day at the ramp. Use
just enough space to complete your rig, on the far
downstream end of the ramp.
Launch Day:
If the NPS ranger hasn’t checked in with you
by this time, he or she will stop by in the morning
to start the “checkout” and let you
know about the orientation video. Your entire group
must watch this video, and it is a good idea to
call the Lee’s Ferry Ranger Office one week
before your trip to arrange for this. Phone number:
(928) 355-2232
Don’t forget:
Trip
paperwork
Valid
photo ID for everyone on the trip
Participant
roster with names (including middle initials) and
social security #s
Copy of the Colorado River Operating Requirements
(CORS)
Take-out
information - Grand Canyon
Diamond Creek, AZ; River Mile 226; Hualapai
Indian Reservation
It can be busy and hectic at Diamond Creek! Putting
some time and effort into planning your take-out
is of the utmost importance. Think about de-rig
procedures that will save you and your group time
on the ramp. Camping within 5 miles of the take-out
is a must. During the regular boating season, ONLY
the Hualapai are allowed to rig and de-rig on the
Diamond Creek ramp between 7 AM and 10 AM. Please
be friendly and patient with all the different parties
at the take-out, and pay respect to the Hualapai.
From the take-out, it takes a solid hour to drive
up Diamond Creek Road, which is unpaved, to Route
66.
The Hualapai Tribe charges exit fees for every
river trip. They charge $58.85 per person, per vehicle,
and per driver.
Ceiba will be happy to assist you with any or all
of your Diamond Creek take-out logistics!
South Cove, Lake Mead, AZ; River Mile
297
The lower Granite Gorge is spectacular. This stretch
downriver from Diamond Creek is simply called “Diamond
Down” (see below). From Mile 226 to 237, there
are six significant rapids, and the current moves
pretty well through this corridor. Lake Mead officially
starts at Mile 240 (Separation Canyon), and there
is no upstream travel above that point. The hiking
possibilities are unlimited in this stretch. Grand
Canyon ends at Mile 276.5, Grand Wash Cliffs. Rowing
past this point is slow and a small outboard motor
as a “kicker” is a must. Ceiba can arrange
for an outboard motor, strap-on transom and gas
to be brought in to Diamond Creek, if your group
would like to take out at South Cove. There are
no fees to take out on the lake. The road to South
Cove is entirely paved.
Let us know how we can help with your South Cove
take-out!
Diamond Down
Utilizing Diamond Creek as a put-in and running
the Lower Gorge is becoming more and more popular.
Putting together a private trip and utilizing a
Ceiba motorized snout rig makes it a really enjoyable
journey. Add a few row boats and inflatable kayaks
and your group is set! Call us with questions when
you’re planning this “short but sweet”
adventure.
Helpful Hints
Hydration and Sanitation
Taking care of yourself is of utmost importance,
for your benefit and that of your entire group.
Staying hydrated with electrolyte-rich beverages
daily will keep you happy and feeling good.
Sanitation starts with everyone always washing
his/her hands before each meal, and after using
the porto potty. Reminding each other of this task
is ultimately the best way to make sure it happens.
Sunscreen, sun coverage (hats and lightweight long
sleeves and pants), and staying cool in the heat
are absolute musts for making your river adventure
successful. Remember it’s a desert out there!
Winter and off-season trips can be a little different,
with different gear and clothing needs. Feel free
to contact us with questions and concerns about
summer and winter extremes in the Canyon.
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