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Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly

Available sites

64 total sites

About Arapaho Bay

The Arapaho Bay Campground is located in the Arapaho National Recreation Area on Lake Granby, southeast of Grand Lake. Visitors enjoy the area for its great boating, fishing and hiking opportunities. 

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Closed periods
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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

64 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 003, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 019, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 020, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: BIG ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: MORA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 024, Loop: MORA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025, Loop: MORA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 026, Loop: MORA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 028, Loop: MORA Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 031, Loop: MORA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 032, Loop: MORA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 035, Loop: MORA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 036, Loop: MORA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 039, Loop: MORA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 040, Loop: MORA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 041, Loop: MORA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 042, Loop: MORA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 044, Loop: MORA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 046, Loop: MORA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 051, Loop: MORA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 053, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 054, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 055, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 056, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 058, Loop: ROARING FORK Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 059, Loop: ROARING FORK Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 060, Loop: ROARING FORK Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 061, Loop: ROARING FORK Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 062, Loop: ROARING FORK Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 063, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 064, Loop: ROARING FORK Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 065, Loop: ROARING FORK Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 066, Loop: ROARING FORK Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 068, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 069, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 070, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 072, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 073, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 074, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 075, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 076, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 077, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 078, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 079, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 080, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 081, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 082, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 083, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 084, Loop: ROARING FORK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews (888)

What Guests Are Saying

Arapaho Bay offers a beautiful campground experience with friendly and helpful hosts, clean facilities, and access to scenic hiking trails and Monarch Lake. While some campers noted the proximity of sites and occasional noise, many appreciated the serene environment and wildlife sightings, including bears and moose. However, the lake's low water levels due to drought were a common concern, along with issues related to vehicle fees and road conditions. Overall, visitors enjoyed their stays and expressed a desire to return.

Review Summary

4.4
888 reviews
5
68.1%
605
4
17.8%
158
3
6.1%
54
2
4.1%
36
1
3.9%
35

Rob P

Verified

June 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 080, Loop: ROARING FORK

5

Arapahoe Bay campsight is the BEST! The campsights on the lake are perfect for paddleboarding. The camp host, Kori, was super friendly and helpful. The restrooms were clean! The close little town of Grand Lake had some quaint stores and delicious dinning options. This is by far my favorite place to camp! You will not be disappointed especially if you enjoy water activities.

Jordan R

Verified

June 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 083, Loop: ROARING FORK

5

Campsite #83. Beautiful.
Double tent site. Close to the clean restroom and water, easy walk-thru access to the lake. Firewood for sell with host. Trash Bins

Rob P

Verified

June 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 080, Loop: ROARING FORK

5

Arapahoe Bay campsight is the BEST! The campsights on the lake are perfect for paddleboarding. The camp host, Kori, was super friendly and helpful. The restrooms were clean! The close little town of Grand Lake had some quaint stores and delicious dinning options. This is by far my favorite place to camp! You will not be disappointed especially if you enjoy water activities.

Jordan R

Verified

June 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 083, Loop: ROARING FORK

5

Campsite #83. Beautiful.
Double tent site. Close to the clean restroom and water, easy walk-thru access to the lake. Firewood for sell with host. Trash Bins

Federico M

Verified

June 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 059, Loop: ROARING FORK

5

Nice place

Federico M

Verified

June 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 059, Loop: ROARING FORK

5

Nice place

Lauren R

Verified

June 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: BIG ROCK

1

Super rude host. We did not stay due to not getting there 26 hours of our reservation so that was on us. There were others at our site so at least someone enjoyed it. Will not go back.

Mark M

Verified

June 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: BIG ROCK

5

This was are first return to Arapaho Bay in a few years. Campgrounds were in great condition and full each night (weekend). We were surprised to see the boat ramp has been gated off. We used it to launch kayaks, but no trailored boats at that end of the lake anymore.

Lauren R

Verified

June 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: BIG ROCK

1

Super rude host. We did not stay due to not getting there 26 hours of our reservation so that was on us. There were others at our site so at least someone enjoyed it. Will not go back.

Mark M

Verified

June 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: BIG ROCK

5

This was are first return to Arapaho Bay in a few years. Campgrounds were in great condition and full each night (weekend). We were surprised to see the boat ramp has been gated off. We used it to launch kayaks, but no trailored boats at that end of the lake anymore.

Location & Directions for Arapaho Bay

9054 U.S Hwy 285, Morrison, CO 80465 United States

Elevation: 2,536 ft

Getting There

From the intersection of U.S. Highways 40 and 34 in Granby, head north on Highway 34 for about 5 mi to County Road 6. Go east for 9 mi to the campground.

Nearest town

Morrison, CO - 90 mi

About over 1 hr (119 min) to downtown

Highway access

The campground is accessible via U.S. Highway 34, which is approximately 5 miles south from the intersection with U.S. Highway 40 in Granby.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • Stay at the campsite you reserved; swapping is not permitted.

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Utilities

  • No water connections or utility hookups for RVs.

Wildlife & food storage

  • Keep your campsite clean and avoid food attractants to ensure safety from bears.

Safety & rules

  • All boats must be inspected to prevent invasive species.

Fees & deposits

  • Admission fees apply for the Arapaho National Recreation Area: $5 for one day, $10 for three days, $15 for a week, $30 for a year.

Site capacity

  • Some sites may be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Campsites must be occupied within 26 hours of reservation start or will be re-rented.
  • Tents must be set up on the designated pads.

General

  • https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/arp for more information on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests

Fires & fuel

  • Obtain firewood locally and burn it on-site to prevent harmful organisms.
  • Fire restrictions may apply during hot, dry weather; campfires might be prohibited.

Vehicles & parking

  • Extra vehicles incur a fee of $8 per vehicle per night, payable to the camphost.
  • Vehicles must fit on the designated parking spur; off-road parking is not allowed.

Pets

  • All pets must be kept on a leash at all times.

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation modifications must be made before the start date through Recreation.gov.

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Last updated: October 18, 2026

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