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
elyse l
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 076, Loop: ROARING FORK
The campsite was beautiful. Taking a dip in the lake was refreshing after a long and difficult day of hiking. In the morning the steam rising off the surface of the water, backlit by the rising sun was surreal.
Chris L
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: ROARING FORK
My family and I loved our spot the camp host was great very friendly and great service loved the views and the quite atmosphere just over all a great experience can’t wait to go back
David G
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: BIG ROCK
We had a lovely dry, shaded campsite with a picnic table and fire pit for cooking. There was fresh water and easy access to bathrooms. The nearby lake was great with our inflatable. The trails may have been nice, but I couldn't convince my children to find out with me.
Andy H
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: BIG ROCK
The commercial camp ground across the road from this camp ground is VERY noisy both day and night. The camp site we had backed up to the main dirt road that went to that campground so traffic was noisy too. The area was beautiful and the site was clean and nice. However I will not return to the camp ground.
Kathleen C
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: BIG ROCK
I loved Arapaho, not quite as busy and just as beautiful. Will definitely be back :)
Allison S
VerifiedJanuary 9, 2020 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: ROARING FORK
The site we camped at was awesome with views and being secluded. The one thing we didn't count on was that we had to hike our belongings and camping gear up a hill. If that was communicated we could of better planned or if there could have been carts or wheelbarrows to use that would have been helpful. Otherwise, we loved that site.
James L
January 9, 2020
Great but would have liked water and showers.
Lauren V
VerifiedDecember 19, 2019 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: BIG ROCK
My kids had the bear time here! They had our name on our spot when we arrived, it's clean and we explored so much! Being next to the lake was also a huge plus!
Rebecca B
VerifiedDecember 19, 2019 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: MORA
I have been camping at Arapaho Bay since I was a kid & got to take my kids there & loved it as much as I remember! We were able to secure a nearby site for my brother’s family as well the day he was coming & during peak season! It got colder at night than we expected, but the lake and waterfall (visible from the bridge near the backcountry trail) were gorgeous!!
Tiffany D
December 18, 2019
We loved our campsite! (Moraine Loop, site #50). It was it its own corner where we could not see other campers at all. It is near the road but not too close and really not a bad noise level ever. We really felt like we were secluded but also on site and loved the privacy. We definitely recommend this campsite
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. |
