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
James L
VerifiedOctober 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: BIG ROCK
Clean and well spaced camp sites with lots of shade. Short hike to Gramby Lake. The city of Grand Lake is about a 20 minute drive away with excellent dining, activities, boat rentals and shopping.
John A
VerifiedOctober 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: BIG ROCK
Great experience among pine trees in a well kept camp site. No electrical hookup, but still nice being "off grid" with our travel trailer.
Jesse G
VerifiedOctober 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: BIG ROCK
We were only able to use the site for a couple days out of our full reservation, but while we were there it was nothing short of awesome.
You can definitely tell things are well kept, and the folks that care for the grounds really take pride in their work.
Jon S
VerifiedOctober 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 066, Loop: ROARING FORK
Incredible site, a walk to...the views, the sunrise, the chill morning air, a giant lovely body of water...a great place to be sure!
william s
VerifiedOctober 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: BIG ROCK
Quiet location. Wildlife. Nice view of lake.
Pam B
VerifiedOctober 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: BIG ROCK
Nice campground. Spaces not stacked on top of one another. Restrooms were not the cleanest. Never saw the campground host.
Ryan M
VerifiedOctober 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: ROARING FORK
It was a great experience
Susan H
VerifiedOctober 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: BIG ROCK
We stayed at Big Rock CG for 6 nights in late September. The fall leaves were very beautiful and there are lots of choices for hiking in the vicinity. The CG is 8 miles off highway 34 and is about 35-40 minutes from the west entrance to RMNP.
Paula, the campground host, is the friendliest and most helpful host we’ve ever encountered. We had trouble with our solar and she came to our rescue on two occasions. She clearly loves her job and made all the difference in our stay.
The water had just been turned off for the season but we found potable water at the RV dump (free, donations accepted), in Granby. Granby is about 20 minutes away.
This campground is a lovely, somewhat remote place in the middle of stunning beauty. It is somewhat shady so plan accordingly if you rely on solar.
Candace T
VerifiedOctober 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: BIG ROCK
The concern and care offered to campers was as excellent as the site itself. Toilet facility was maintained as well if not better than any I have visited. The beauty of this place and the good nature of fellow campers was a very welcome respite from the frantic pace of my life recently. I look forward to returning many times over the years ahead.
Andrew J
VerifiedOctober 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: BIG ROCK
This was a great, clean, quiet camp site. I very much enjoyed my time there.
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. |
