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
Jeremy P
VerifiedJune 22, 2022 • Stayed at: 075, Loop: ROARING FORK
Roaring Fork Campground - camp sites aren't too close together and it stays relatively quiet. Bathrooms are close no matter which site you choose, the bathrooms are also CLEANED which we appreciated so much. Would be a good idea to check-in with the nice campground manager, plus he sells firewood bundles for $9. Most sites have access to the lake which can get really cold, so bring stuff that floats! My only complaint is that there aren't enough trees that are tall enough to get any shade during the middle of the day. So be prepared for really HOT sunny days. Very awesome -each site has a brand new large-ish Fire Pit with a rack for grilling! Also awesome - each site has a Bear-Proof locker, that is huge and looked like it could hold about 8 normal sized coolers and more. Make sure to bring your own pad-lock or some other lock for it and use it at night store your food. We also used it to keep firewood dry overnight as well.
Our site had a section for tents which was approximately 20' x 10' so it easily accommodated our two medium sized tents. Plus each site has parking space for or or two vehicles. Also being right by the lake, it stayed a bit windy and chilly, but that's probably due to time of year. Overall it was amazing and worth going.
Cory S
VerifiedJune 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: BIG ROCK
The campground was very nice and the toilets were very clean.
Judith M
VerifiedJune 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 074, Loop: ROARING FORK
Gorgeous view right on the bay, plenty of space between campsites, clean toilet areas. We will be back.
michael w
VerifiedJune 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 070, Loop: ROARING FORK
Great time!
Paola R
VerifiedJune 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 069, Loop: ROARING FORK
We had a great time. Bathrooms are clean, campsites are well designed and the host was really nice.
Being by the lake is really beautiful.
Patrick M
VerifiedJune 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: MORA
Nice camp hosts, great to be near the water, and the bathrooms has nice scents in it and were very clean.
Deanna L
VerifiedJune 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: BIG ROCK
We loved our stay there great clean camp ground.Camp host was very nice and helpful.And a great stay even with the snow rain.Will be planning a trip back there again.
Yu J
VerifiedMay 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: MORA
We got a spot right next to the lake. Even though the water level was low the view was supreme. The campground is far away from the city so is quiet. Our spot was get spacious and far away from other sites. The restroom was kinda far but it was very clean and well maintained. Met the host on the first and he was very friendly. The campground is very close to monarch lake which has beautiful views and is good for fishing and hiking. Definitely recommend this place, and we'll come back some time.
John K
VerifiedFebruary 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: BIG ROCK
We love Arapaho Bay - very convenient for some great mountain hikes!
Grant E
VerifiedOctober 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: BIG ROCK
Only 1 complaint: Some idiot had his generator running all night and it wasn't very quiet. Other than that, everything was great. Love the Bear containers and flat camp sites.
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. |
