Luggage in car

Question

Hi.

I have a tour booked at Lower Antelope Canyon in the afternoon next month. If I can’t leave my luggage at the hotel, would it be particularly risky to leave it in the car while I do the tour - is it a known spot for car break-ins? It’s not something I would normally do, but on road trips, sometimes it’s unavoidable.

I doubt if our rental will have a parcel shelf, so if I did do it, I would take passports, phones etc with me and cover the cases with a dark sheet, or something.

I’m hoping that the parking lot is busy enough to make it an unattractive spot for car thieves.

Thanks for any thoughts

Answer

Leaving luggage in a car in Page while visiting Lower Antelope Canyon is not ideal, but many travelers do it out of necessity. Generally, the town and tour parking areas are moderately busy, which reduces risk compared to isolated spots. However, like any tourist destination, no area is completely immune to break-ins.

Some practical tips to minimize risk:

Always take valuables with you — passports, phones, wallets, and any electronics.
Cover your luggage with a dark sheet, blanket, or even clothing to make it less obvious that something valuable is inside.
Park in a well-lit, busy area of the lot, preferably near other cars or tour entrances.
Lock all doors and close windows completely. Consider activating any car alarm or anti-theft features.

Additional considerations:

If your hotel offers luggage storage even for a few hours, that is the safest option and is highly recommended.
Some visitors have used small, inexpensive cable locks to secure luggage inside the trunk if possible.
Arriving slightly earlier for your tour can help you find the safest, most visible parking spot in the lot.

In summary, while leaving luggage in the car is not without risk, careful precautions — keeping valuables with you, covering your bags, and parking in visible areas — can reduce the likelihood of any problems. Many travelers do leave luggage in their vehicles at the Antelope Canyon parking areas without incident, but caution is always advised.