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
David A
VerifiedJuly 17, 2024 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: BIG ROCK
Site 4 was a very nice and shady. It was busy being at the entrance to all the other locations in Arapaho Bay and near the entrance to the ranch, as well as Monarch lake, but had quick access to the bathrooms and potable water. A great place for kids/families as was apparent there were a ton of kids around in the loop. Probably less so if you're looking for "quiet" and/or direct access to the water, but you can backtrack to the bridge to the south which is super close to gain access to the water with a light watercraft, down to the boat ramp at Roaring Fork if you need to set up with your vehicle, or quick access is about half a mile away at the west side of Moraine.
Host was nice and helpful with info. There were plenty of bugs of course, and we had Moose wander through the campsite, so keep that in mind. Overall would recommend!
Mark E
VerifiedJuly 17, 2024 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: BIG ROCK
Nice quiet spot with just. Nice tall trees, with view of the mountains. No Tmobile service, but 3G nearby
Camay H
VerifiedJuly 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: BIG ROCK
We stayed one night, the grounds were nice and clean and that includes the outhouses. The views along the trail by the lake were spectacular. The ‘caretaker’ who stopped by to check on us and charge for the extra vehicle was very professional and courteous. Our neighbors were friendly and best of all, finding the campground was easy.
They had a nice sized bear box, fire pit/ring and picnic area with table and space adequate for about 8 even 10 people. Water was available from a spigot.
Michelle N
VerifiedJuly 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: BIG ROCK
Our favorite place. So beautiful.
Sean B
July 15, 2024
Paddle boarding was awesome
Cassidy P
VerifiedJuly 14, 2024 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: BIG ROCK
Great campground.
William S
VerifiedJuly 12, 2024 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: BIG ROCK
Beautiful and quiet campground in the Rockies. The loop we were on had plenty of shade and the facilities were clean. Monarch lake is just down the road with access to many miles of trails throughout the Arapaho National Recreation Area. I will definitely be back!
Andrew F
VerifiedJuly 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: MORA
Campsite was awesome and had plenty of privacy compared to other sites in the campground. Host was great to talk to and everything was well maintained and clean. Spent the day hanging out on the lake, couldn't ask for a better spot. There are some hiking trails nearby with trailheads within walking distance of the site. Would return.
Patricia B
VerifiedJuly 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: BIG ROCK
Beautiful campground, large sites!
Rachel F
VerifiedJuly 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 083, Loop: ROARING FORK
Roaring Fork is our absolute favorite campground and we go every year! It is popular because it is stunning with Lake Granby and amazing views of Indian Peaks Wilderness. The sound of the waterfall is the best white noise possible. It is always quiet at night and there's a good chance you'll see moose and bear!
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. |
