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Arapaho Bay

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Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly

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. 

Number of accommodations: 64

Campground Amenities

  • Pet Friendly
    Pet Friendly
  • Potable Water
    Potable Water
  • Lake Access
    Lake Access

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
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Closed periods
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Currently closed - Opens on May 15

Sites & Availability

64 Sites Available

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🚐 003, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 004, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 005, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 006, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 007, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 008, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 009, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 010, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 011, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 012, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 013, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 014, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 015, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 016, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 017, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 018, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 019, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 020, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 022, Loop: BIG ROCK
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🚐 023, Loop: MORA
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🚐 024, Loop: MORA
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🚐 025, Loop: MORA
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🚐 026, Loop: MORA
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028, Loop: MORA
8 guests · Pet Friendly
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🚐 031, Loop: MORA
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🚐 032, Loop: MORA
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🚐 035, Loop: MORA
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🚐 036, Loop: MORA
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🚐 039, Loop: MORA
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🚐 040, Loop: MORA
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🚐 041, Loop: MORA
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🚐 042, Loop: MORA
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🚐 044, Loop: MORA
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🚐 046, Loop: MORA
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🚐 051, Loop: MORA
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🚐 053, Loop: ROARING FORK
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🚐 054, Loop: ROARING FORK
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🚐 055, Loop: ROARING FORK
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🚐 056, Loop: ROARING FORK
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058, Loop: ROARING FORK
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059, Loop: ROARING FORK
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060, Loop: ROARING FORK
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061, Loop: ROARING FORK
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062, Loop: ROARING FORK
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🚐 063, Loop: ROARING FORK
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064, Loop: ROARING FORK
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065, Loop: ROARING FORK
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066, Loop: ROARING FORK
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🚐 068, Loop: ROARING FORK
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🚐 069, Loop: ROARING FORK
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🚐 070, Loop: ROARING FORK
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🚐 072, Loop: ROARING FORK
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🚐 073, Loop: ROARING FORK
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🚐 074, Loop: ROARING FORK
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🚐 075, Loop: ROARING FORK
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🚐 076, Loop: ROARING FORK
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🚐 077, Loop: ROARING FORK
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🚐 078, Loop: ROARING FORK
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🚐 079, Loop: ROARING FORK
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🚐 080, Loop: ROARING FORK
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🚐 081, Loop: ROARING FORK
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🚐 082, Loop: ROARING FORK
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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.

Review Summary

4.4
400 reviews
5
70.0%
280
4
16.8%
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3
5.3%
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2
3.8%
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Federico M

Verified

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

5

Nice place

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.

Doug M

June 22, 2025

5

Gorgeous area with a lot of great hiking

Michael C

Verified

June 16, 2025 Stayed at: 020, Loop: BIG ROCK

4

Great campground. Well spaced sites and good shade. Well maintained and clean bathrooms.

Eugene M

June 15, 2025

4

We always enjoy Arapaho Bay.

Sarah R

Verified

June 14, 2025 Stayed at: 068, Loop: ROARING FORK

5

Our campsite was not right at the water's edge but the water was very easy to get to without disturbing our neighbors. Great size campsites, clean toilets, and great trails nearby! The camp hosts were very kind and helpful!

Bob M

Verified

June 11, 2025 Stayed at: 051, Loop: MORA

4

The campsite was nice and clean. Great view and peaceful.

Colleen D

Verified

June 8, 2025 Stayed at: 042, Loop: MORA

5

Great spot surrounded by many trees! Bathrooms were kept clean and in good condition.

Amy Caroline M

Verified

June 8, 2025 Stayed at: 059, Loop: ROARING FORK

4

The campsite was picture perfect and quietly serene with designated areas for tents including bear-proof food storage boxes. The restroom facilities were clean and well managed. There was zero shade at our site, which worked well for our overcast late-May trip, but could be hot in the peak of summer. The camp site is just a short drive from Grand Lake for a day trip, boat rentals, restaurants, etc. The water in Lake Granby was chilly but nice to wade into up to mid-thighs - easy paddle boarding access from the campsite. The roaring fork is accurately named and offered great white noise for sleeping. We encountered a black bear walking through the campsite within 100ft of us. It was alarming, but didn’t cause any ruckus. My one complaint was the lack of bear safety information at the campsite; I’d suggest adding bear and moose safety flyers at the restrooms and within each bear box.

Location Arapaho Bay

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

Latitude & Longitude: 40.1194 / -105.756

Elevation: 2536 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

You must stay in the campsite you reserved. Site-swapping is not allowed.

General

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

General

Boats are subject to inspection to prevent the spread of zebra and quagga mussels

General

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

General

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.

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