About Arapaho Bay
Number of accommodations: 64
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
Water Access
- Lake Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (800)
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
Shayne M
VerifiedAugust 7, 2025 • Stayed at: 044, Loop: MORA
We have been coming to this location for 10yrs. This trip was extra special as we had deer on the 1st night come through the campsite, a moose on the 2nd day and we seen a black bear on our last day just outside the camping area. The camp hosts are always super friendly and the place was spotless and clean. The camp only blemish on the trip was our campsite had the worst infestation of mosquitoes we have ever seen but that is camping. In the end, this place never disappoints.
Shayne M
VerifiedAugust 7, 2025 • Stayed at: 044, Loop: MORA
We have been coming to this location for 10yrs. This trip was extra special as we had deer on the 1st night come through the campsite, a moose on the 2nd day and we seen a black bear on our last day just outside the camping area. The camp hosts are always super friendly and the place was spotless and clean. The camp only blemish on the trip was our campsite had the worst infestation of mosquitoes we have ever seen but that is camping. In the end, this place never disappoints.
Michelle N
VerifiedAugust 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: BIG ROCK
One of our favorite places. The 8 mile dirt road in is wonderfully maintained and treated for a smooth drive. Beautiful and has it all for a great boon-dock experience. While no hook up services so come prepared, taking in the true outdoors is what this place is for. Marshes, lakes, rivers, and streams make wildlife viewing a daily thing! Fish, paddle board, or bring a boat. Between Lake Granby and Monarch Lake it's water play wonderland. We like the sites in Big Rock loop, but Mora and Roaring Fork loops have sites on the water. Nice clean vault toilets and the camp hosts are wonderful. Firewood available, good phone coverage, (we have AT & T). 15 min into the charming town of Grand Lake and entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park.
Michelle N
VerifiedAugust 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: BIG ROCK
One of our favorite places. The 8 mile dirt road in is wonderfully maintained and treated for a smooth drive. Beautiful and has it all for a great boon-dock experience. While no hook up services so come prepared, taking in the true outdoors is what this place is for. Marshes, lakes, rivers, and streams make wildlife viewing a daily thing! Fish, paddle board, or bring a boat. Between Lake Granby and Monarch Lake it's water play wonderland. We like the sites in Big Rock loop, but Mora and Roaring Fork loops have sites on the water. Nice clean vault toilets and the camp hosts are wonderful. Firewood available, good phone coverage, (we have AT & T). 15 min into the charming town of Grand Lake and entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park.
Leonel F
VerifiedJuly 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: MORA
We visited this site on Jul 27th. No moon meant the sky was pitch dark and we could see 3 satellites at the same time and the Milky Way.
There's no sink to clean to do the dishes or brush your teeth. There wasn't running water, so you need to take as many gallons as you would need.
Very pleased with the view. Services could improve. James was a cool host.
Cristi E
VerifiedJuly 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: BIG ROCK
Beautiful camp ground area. I like the proximity of the private lodge for ice and ice cream! During our stay the water spigots ran out of water and the camp host waited until 7 pm on our first day, during dinner, to tell us all tents need to be in the tent pad gravel area and to move them. She had talked to one of our group earlier and never mentioned this. It is also not on the website or check in directions. The restrooms were impeccably clean and well stocked. We had one night of rain and drove to Grand lake for dinner which was a nice diversion. Lots to do in the area, I would go back.
Leonel F
VerifiedJuly 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: MORA
We visited this site on Jul 27th. No moon meant the sky was pitch dark and we could see 3 satellites at the same time and the Milky Way.
There's no sink to clean to do the dishes or brush your teeth. There wasn't running water, so you need to take as many gallons as you would need.
Very pleased with the view. Services could improve. James was a cool host.
Cristi E
VerifiedJuly 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: BIG ROCK
Beautiful camp ground area. I like the proximity of the private lodge for ice and ice cream! During our stay the water spigots ran out of water and the camp host waited until 7 pm on our first day, during dinner, to tell us all tents need to be in the tent pad gravel area and to move them. She had talked to one of our group earlier and never mentioned this. It is also not on the website or check in directions. The restrooms were impeccably clean and well stocked. We had one night of rain and drove to Grand lake for dinner which was a nice diversion. Lots to do in the area, I would go back.
James R
VerifiedJuly 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: MORA
Moraine and Roaring Fork Loops have zero shade - if you are camping in a tent, and happen to have a dog or small children, please heed this warning and absolutely bring some form of shade and some form of screened structure. The mosquitos could be unbearable for the pups in the evening and the sun was difficult on everyone all afternoon long. Hosts are exceptionally friendly, the views and amenities are great, and the proximity to the best hiking trails is also great - just bring shade and shelter from the mosquitos.
James R
VerifiedJuly 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: MORA
Moraine and Roaring Fork Loops have zero shade - if you are camping in a tent, and happen to have a dog or small children, please heed this warning and absolutely bring some form of shade and some form of screened structure. The mosquitos could be unbearable for the pups in the evening and the sun was difficult on everyone all afternoon long. Hosts are exceptionally friendly, the views and amenities are great, and the proximity to the best hiking trails is also great - just bring shade and shelter from the mosquitos.
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.
The campground is accessible via U.S. Highway 34, which is approximately 5 miles south from the intersection with U.S. Highway 40 in Granby.
Latitude & Longitude: 40.1194 / -105.756
Elevation: 2536 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Stay at the campsite you reserved; swapping is not permitted.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Utilities
- No water connections or utility hookups for RVs.
Wildlife & food storage
- Keep your campsite clean and avoid food attractants to ensure safety from bears.
Safety & rules
- All boats must be inspected to prevent invasive species.
Fees & deposits
- Admission fees apply for the Arapaho National Recreation Area: $5 for one day, $10 for three days, $15 for a week, $30 for a year.
Site capacity
- Some sites may be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Campsites must be occupied within 26 hours of reservation start or will be re-rented.
- Tents must be set up on the designated pads.
General
- https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/arp for more information on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests
Fires & fuel
- Obtain firewood locally and burn it on-site to prevent harmful organisms.
- Fire restrictions may apply during hot, dry weather; campfires might be prohibited.
Vehicles & parking
- Extra vehicles incur a fee of $8 per vehicle per night, payable to the camphost.
- Vehicles must fit on the designated parking spur; off-road parking is not allowed.
Pets
- All pets must be kept on a leash at all times.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation modifications must be made before the start date through Recreation.gov.
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Last updated: June 5, 2026
