About Arapaho Bay
Number of accommodations: 64
Campground Amenities
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Pet Friendly -
Potable Water -
Lake Access
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (400)
What Guests Are Saying
Arapaho Bay is praised for its beautiful location, clean facilities, and friendly hosts who prioritize camper safety. Many reviews highlight the well-maintained campsites, scenic views, and access to water activities like paddleboarding. While some guests noted issues with campsite proximity to the lake and occasional noise from nearby events, the overall experience is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Arapaho Bay is praised for its beautiful location, clean facilities, and friendly hosts who prioritize camper safety. Many reviews highlight the well-maintained campsites, scenic views, and access to water activities like paddleboarding. While some guests noted issues with campsite proximity to the lake and occasional noise from nearby events, the overall experience is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
Sharon G
VerifiedAugust 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 073, Loop: ROARING FORK
Peaceful setting. Clean facilities. Close to many hiking trails and Grand Lake Village. Lovely lake with wildlife and scenic views. Perfect for tent camping!!
Jennifer S
VerifiedAugust 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 066, Loop: ROARING FORK
Wish I had paid slightly better attention to some of the reviews and noticed the mention of it being a walk-in site. However, it's a poor description of the two potential uphill hikes that you have to use to get up to this spot. I also highly recommend bringing your own shade structure when camping here because the sun will be brutal and there is no relief found on the site itself. Aside from those two things, your nearest neighbor is hardy visible, you can absolutely see the lake from this spot, and the pad was big enough for our tent and we didn't have any issues getting our stakes into the ground. Cell signal was available for both XFinity and Verizon phones and the views of the sunset above the lake are worth all the hassle of getting up to this spot. You can hear the roaring of the water from someplace nearby - so if your up to hiking all your supplies to this spot - its definitely a nice one.
Don M
VerifiedAugust 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 083, Loop: ROARING FORK
The area is very beautiful with lots of activities, especially being right on the lake. The campground was clean, quite and provided everything we needed.
Scotty P
VerifiedAugust 18, 2023 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: ROARING FORK
Great spot!
Daniel B
VerifiedAugust 17, 2023 • Stayed at: 073, Loop: ROARING FORK
Beautiful! A little close to our neighbors but other than that it was a fantastic site!
Eugene V
VerifiedAugust 12, 2023 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: BIG ROCK
We had a great site that was really nice. The only concern was that a Moose and her cub walked through our campsite each night at about 4am. The site was clean and amazing. Short walk to Monarch Lake!
Jennifer M
VerifiedAugust 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 044, Loop: MORA
Arapaho Bay is a stellar campground & the staff was so friendly.
My dog and I are going to go back soon. So far one of my faves in Colorado.
Steve Z
VerifiedAugust 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: MORA
Stayed two nights at site #40. Highly recommend, it is adjacent to the restroom and has a water spigot nearby as well. Very secluded spot and is a short walk to the camp host site if you need anything. You are a short walk from the lake, bring a paddle board, kayak, or just hop in for a swim. The only downside is that it is a 9 mile drive in off the main highway. We were using the campsite as an option to getting in the west side of RMNP, so that made our drive about 30 minutes to get back in (25 to the East Inlet trail). Would definitely stay at this campground again. Pit toilets were clean. Would be nice if there were someplace to hang a shower bag, but oh, well! Still a great place to put your head down!
jose q
VerifiedAugust 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 077, Loop: ROARING FORK
Helpful host and very clean facilities
Thomas B
VerifiedAugust 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 056, Loop: ROARING FORK
We've been here many times over the years. We like to hike, fish and enjoy nature and beautiful sunsets. If you like the out outdoors this is worth a visit.
Location Arapaho Bay
Address:
9054 U.S Hwy 285
Morrison, CO, 80465
United States
From the intersection of U.S. Highways 40 and 34 in Granby, head north on Highway 34 for about 5 miles to County Road 6. Go east for 9 miles to the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 40.1194 / -105.756
Elevation: 2536 feet
Policies & Rules
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You must stay in the campsite you reserved. Site-swapping is not allowed. |
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No RV water connections or utility hookups are available. |
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This is bear country! For bear and human safety, keep a clean campsite and do not place food or other attractants in your tent. For more information about visiting bear country, contact Colorado Parks and Wildlife at http://wildlife.state.co.us |
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Boats are subject to inspection to prevent the spread of zebra and quagga mussels |
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An additional fee will be charged for admission to the Arapaho National Recreation Area; fees are $5 for one day, $10 for three days, $15 for a week or $30 for a year-long membership and can be purchased from the Forest Service or local vendors; Golden Eagle, Age and Access passports are valid for admission; call (970) 887-4100 for more information |
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Sites may be available on a first-come, first-served basis during and outside the reservation season |
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https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/arp for more information on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests |
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Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org. |
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All campsites must be occupied within 26 hours of the beginning of the reservation. If not present the site will be rented by first come first serve basis. |
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EXTRA VEHICLE FEES: One vehicle is included in your reservation. Any additional vehicles will be charged $8.00 per vehicle per night and will be collected by the camphost. There is not a way to pay for extra vehicles when you make your reservation. One vehicle consists of one camper being towed by vehicle, or any other vehicle towed behind camper. One van or one truck with camper attached counts as one vehicle. |
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Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. |
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Tents must fit on the pads provided. |
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RVs, trailers or other vehicles must fit on the parking spur. Driving or parking off road is not permitted. The parking length ranges from 20 to 40 feet. |
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Pets must be on a hand-held leash. |
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Modifications for this campground must be made through Recreation.gov PRIOR to your reservation start date. Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date. |
