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
Cynthia F
VerifiedJuly 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 064, Loop: ROARING FORK
The campsite was very different than the picture on the recreation.gov site. The parking spot was right off the road but the campsite was about 40 feet up a hill. First I was told by one park employee that we could fit 2 vehicles in the one parking spot provided, as long as it did not encroach on the parking spot next to ours which belonged to the next campsite. Then we were told we could not park a second vehicle there even though it fit by a different park employee. When I confronted the second employee about the discrepancy, she curtly discounted the advice we got from the first park employee saying "she was a new hire and didn't know the regulations yet". I finally ended up calleing the camp administrator Stephanie to complain and was told that I could park a second vehicle in the one space as long as it was wide enough to accomodate 2 vehicles. Ridiculous! My advice is don't trust the pictures, go up and investigate the site before reserving. If you have more than 1 vehicle, find a site with a driveway so you can fit a second vehicle. It is a beautiful campgrounds, but the pictures are misleading and the campground staff will give you different information depending on the mood they are in!
Jennifer J
VerifiedJuly 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: BIG ROCK
Great campground. Clean and beautiful. We had site 006 and it was nicely treed. A moose ran through our site. Would stay here again for sure.
Amber L
VerifiedJuly 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: BIG ROCK
The camp host could have been better and more present also the wash board road was bad over the dam. Other than that a great place to camp.
Allan M
VerifiedJuly 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: BIG ROCK
The two hosts were attentive and pleasant. We had a nice time.
Laura D
VerifiedJuly 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: BIG ROCK
Very pretty and very CLEAN camp! Lots of folks there but still remained quiet.
Charles W
VerifiedJuly 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: BIG ROCK
Road to campground was one of the worst washboards that I have ever driven!
LEROY M
VerifiedJuly 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: BIG ROCK
Host was great. We had an issue when we first arrived and she resolved it right away.
Trenton B
June 29, 2025
Just stayed for the night. The lake is beautiful and the grounds were well kept. It is a bit of a drive on an unpaved (but easily traversed) road. Tucked away at the northern end of the lake.
Jordan R
VerifiedJune 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 083, Loop: ROARING FORK
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
VerifiedJune 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 080, Loop: ROARING FORK
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.
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. |
