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
Brian F
VerifiedSeptember 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 054, Loop: ROARING FORK
this is a great campground in a beautiful location! Our site was great and the facilities were in great condition. The bathrooms were clean and access to potable water was convenient!
Peter W
VerifiedAugust 21, 2024 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: BIG ROCK
Nice campground
Sara K
VerifiedAugust 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 060, Loop: ROARING FORK
Stunning Location, But Be Prepared for Bugs
We recently camped at ARAPAHO BAY ROARING FORK, 060, and I have to say, the location was absolutely stunning. The scenery was beautiful, with a nearby inlet and waterfall that not only added to the view but also drowned out any noise, so it felt peaceful even though it wasn’t totally private. Everyone around us kept to themselves, which was nice.
The campground was very clean and well-maintained, and the vault toilets were well-stocked and about as clean as you can expect. The biggest issue we faced was the bugs. The mosquitoes and flies were insane and definitely impacted our experience. We ended up setting up a screened tent, and the kids spent most of their time in there to avoid getting eaten alive.
Unfortunately, there was a fire ban, so we couldn’t have a campfire, and it poured rain the first night. But even with all the drama, we still had an amazing time. I just wish we had more time to enjoy it, and we can’t wait to go back.
Natallia S
VerifiedAugust 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: ROARING FORK
Clean restrooms. Many sites have no shade. View is gorgeous
Miria m
VerifiedAugust 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: BIG ROCK
Loved this campground, close to the lake and close to RMNP
Andrew F
VerifiedJuly 31, 2024 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: MORA
Excellent campsite with lots of options right on the lake. Clean bathrooms and private sites. Good families and couples.
Elizabeth F
VerifiedJuly 30, 2024 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: MORA
The area is beautiful and there is great paddleboarding but the mosquitos were the worst I have experienced in Colorado. You can't even sit outside - no matter what time of day. There are large marsh bogs adjacent to the lake that most likely cause this. The site was very private and had a path to one of the only semi-private beach areas in the campground so that was nice. No views from the site though. There was also a bear roaming the campground. The bugs ruined the experience honestly. They were really bad.
Sam F
VerifiedJuly 24, 2024 • Stayed at: 082, Loop: ROARING FORK
Jen was a great host. Our site was great (55) and probably had the best view of the RV sites. The road getting to the campground is the only negative (washboard very rough road).
Jared H
VerifiedJuly 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 081, Loop: ROARING FORK
Weather was very nice. Facilities aka vault toilet was okay, we’ve had better. Site was very close to neighbors with no privacy. Mosquitoes were everywhere. We had a competition on who got bight the most and my daughter won with over 120.
Martin W
VerifiedJuly 22, 2024 • Stayed at: 084, Loop: ROARING FORK
Beautiful place.
The campsite is okay, close to trailheads.
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. |
