Grand Lake Information |
Grand Lake is at the headwaters of the mighty Colorado River (the same one that carved the Grand Canyon!) and is the largest natural lake in Colorado. The village still has its original charm from its beginning, 118 years ago. Elevation: 8,400 feet Population: 800-1000 people, 3000 elk, 500 antelope, 140 moose, 800 horses # of visitors to area: 1 million each year, # of Second Homes and Vacation Cabins in area: approx. 5000 This is Grand County, Colo
Grand Lake is at the headwaters of the mighty Colorado River (the same one that carved the Grand Canyon!) and is the largest natural lake in Colorado. The village still has its original charm from its beginning, 118 years ago.
Elevation: 8,400 feet
Population: 800-1000 people, 3000 elk, 500 antelope, 140 moose, 800 horses
# of visitors to area: 1 million each year, # of Second Homes and Vacation Cabins in area: approx. 5000
This is Grand County, Colorado with 1,186,300 acres of Alpine High Country 76% of land is government owned. 20% is ranches. Just 4% is in other private hands.
Grand Lake is a very special lake because it is Colorado’s largest natural lake. It is located in a valley that is surrounded by the Colorado Rocky Mountains and is adjacent to Rocky Mountain National Park and the Arapaho National Forest.
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Are Jet Skis permitted on Grand Lake? Yes
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Can you Swim in Grand Lake? Yes, but being a glacier lake it is on cool side for swimming. |
What is the Water Quality at Grand Lake? Good, with water clarity from a 4m depth to almost 9m in cooler temps. |
Are Boat Docks permitted at Grand Lake? Yes and boat houses are allowed with permits. |
Are Power Boats permitted at Grand Lake? Yes, but Grand Lake also has the highest registered Yacht Club with Sailboat Races in August. |
What is the Lake Depth at Grand Lake? 275 feet at its deepest point. |
What are the Nearby Cities to Grand Lake? Grand Lake Village is on the lake, Denver is 100 miles |
What is the Closest Airport to Grand Lake? Granby - small airport, Denver DIA is 120 miles |
What are the Building restrictions at Grand Lake? Yes, by IBC code |
| Elevation: 8,400 feet Population: 800-1000 people, 3000 elk, 500 antelope, 140 moose, 800 horses # of visitors to area: 1 million each year # of Second Homes and Vacation Cabins in area: approx. 5000 This is Grand County, Colorado |
Grand Lake
Fishing Information |
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Beacon Landing Motel & Marina
Fishing & Hunting Guide Service
970-627-3671, 1026 County Rd 64, Grand Lake, CO 80447
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Grand Lake
Boating Information |
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Grand Lake Marina
970-627-3401, 1246 Lake Av, Grand Lake, CO 80447
Rocky Mountain Sports
970-627-8124, 830 Grand Av, Grand Lake, CO 80447
Boat Renting & Leasing, Canoes & Kayaks Rental & Charter
Trail Ridge Marina
Boat Renting & Leasing, Boat Repairing
970-627-3586, Grand Lake, CO 80447
Beacon Landing Motel & Marina
970-627-3671, 1026 County Rd 64, Grand Lake, CO 80447
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Grand Lake
Camping Information |
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Winding River Ranch (Vacation Cottages)
970-627-3251, 1471 Grand Av, Grand Lake, CO 80447
Spirit Lake Lodge
970-627-3344, 829 Grand Av, Grand Lake, CO 80447
Lonesome Dove Cottages
970-627-8019, 416 Grand Av, Grand Lake, CO 80447
Rock Creek Cabins
970-627-8019, 416 Grand Av, Grand Lake, CO 80447
Elk Creek Campground & RV Park
970-627-8502, 143 County Rd 48, Grand Lake, CO 80447
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Grand Lake
Local Area Businesses |
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Grand Lake Metropolitan General Recreation
(Recreational Center, Public Golf Course)
970-627-8328, 925 Grand Av, Grand Lake, CO 80447
Grand Lake Golf Course
970-627-8008, 1415 County Rd 48, Grand Lake, CO 80447
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