Julie’s Grand Lake Guidebook
Our Favorite Restaurants
Great BBQ, sandwiches and a daily special! Throw your peanut shells on the ground! So yummy!
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Sagebrush BBQ & Grill
1101 Grand AveGreat BBQ, sandwiches and a daily special! Throw your peanut shells on the ground! So yummy!
A spot to watch a game, hang with friends/family, have a beer and a burger, and play a game of pool. They usually have a nightly special.
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Roadhouse Bar and Grill
10188 US-34A spot to watch a game, hang with friends/family, have a beer and a burger, and play a game of pool. They usually have a nightly special.
Grab a drink, yummy Mexican food and a view of the lake from their patio
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Charlie's Sports Bar & Grill
1120 Lake AveGrab a drink, yummy Mexican food and a view of the lake from their patio
Grand Pizza
1131 Grand AveA great place to order take out pizza!
Great food and grab a drink on their patio in summer (usually have a band playing) or grab dinner in one of their igloos in winter.
Grand View Mountain Lodge
725 Grand AveGreat food and grab a drink on their patio in summer (usually have a band playing) or grab dinner in one of their igloos in winter.
"Nestled on the North Inlet of Grand Lake, CO, lies the picturesque town's longest-running lodge and eatery, the hidden gem known as the Rapids Lodge & Restaurant. Established in 1915, enjoy their lunch, drinks and apps or fine dining for dinner. Reservations are recommended."
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The Historic Rapids Lodge and Restaurant
210 Rapids Ln"Nestled on the North Inlet of Grand Lake, CO, lies the picturesque town's longest-running lodge and eatery, the hidden gem known as the Rapids Lodge & Restaurant. Established in 1915, enjoy their lunch, drinks and apps or fine dining for dinner. Reservations are recommended."
Enjoy some yummy food or a cocktail on their patio! They have a wonderful view of both lakes!
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Grand Lake Lodge Hotel
15500 US-34Enjoy some yummy food or a cocktail on their patio! They have a wonderful view of both lakes!
"Serving up New American Cuisine with a twist of international inspiration, Colorado craft brews, and world wines!
We offer an elevated yet causal dining experience alongside exceptional views of Grand Lake.
Come enjoy delectable food, adventurous booze, and glorious views!"
The Waterfront
"Serving up New American Cuisine with a twist of international inspiration, Colorado craft brews, and world wines!
We offer an elevated yet causal dining experience alongside exceptional views of Grand Lake.
Come enjoy delectable food, adventurous booze, and glorious views!"
Casual restaurant & bar doling out cocktails & generous portions of homestyle Caribbean cuisine.
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One Love Rum Kitchen
928 Grand AveCasual restaurant & bar doling out cocktails & generous portions of homestyle Caribbean cuisine.
Sloopy’s grill is now called Wolfies. Humble roadside diner offering breakfast, lunch & dinner, plus frozen yogurt, beer & cocktails.
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Sloopy's Grill
39 County Road 48Sloopy’s grill is now called Wolfies. Humble roadside diner offering breakfast, lunch & dinner, plus frozen yogurt, beer & cocktails.
Activities
Hike 0.3 miles each way to see Adams Falls. You can also extend the hike to be much longer depending on preference.
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Adams Falls
Hike 0.3 miles each way to see Adams Falls. You can also extend the hike to be much longer depending on preference.
The park offers ample access to non-motorized boats and fishing as well as an ideal place for having a picnic, picture taking, family events and outdoor weddings.
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Point Park
1121 3rd StThe park offers ample access to non-motorized boats and fishing as well as an ideal place for having a picnic, picture taking, family events and outdoor weddings.
This is a great spot to reserve a horse trail ride, rent an UTV or a horse-drawn sleigh ride over the holidays. They also have a little petting zoo. It's about 15 minutes from our Lodge.
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Winding River Resort Stables
1447 Co Rd 491This is a great spot to reserve a horse trail ride, rent an UTV or a horse-drawn sleigh ride over the holidays. They also have a little petting zoo. It's about 15 minutes from our Lodge.
"Pole Creek Golf Club is one of the few public 27-hole courses in Colorado and the only one in Grand County. Pole Creek's 7,107-yard course meanders through lush fields replete with native wildflowers, drastic elevation changes, vast bent greens and water challenge shots over two ponds and five lakes."
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Pole Creek Golf Club
6827 Co Rd 51"Pole Creek Golf Club is one of the few public 27-hole courses in Colorado and the only one in Grand County. Pole Creek's 7,107-yard course meanders through lush fields replete with native wildflowers, drastic elevation changes, vast bent greens and water challenge shots over two ponds and five lakes."
Rent a pontoon, fishing boat or SUP. This is about 1 mile from our Lodge. You can take the boat on Shadow Mountain Lake and Grand Lake.
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Trail Ridge Marina
12634 US-34Rent a pontoon, fishing boat or SUP. This is about 1 mile from our Lodge. You can take the boat on Shadow Mountain Lake and Grand Lake.
Rocky Hi Speedway
510 Center DrGo Karts, Bumper Cars and Bike rentals available
Located on the shores of Grand Lake, Colorado the historic Grand Lake Marina has been the reliable choice for lake recreation since 1955. Rent your own pontoon boat, Whaler, kayak, or canoe and enjoy stunning views of the Rocky Mountains and the Continental Divide. How about a chartered sunset party cruise for up to 30 people with catering available, or maybe just a mocha coffee on the docks at our Internet Coffee House, The Wake Coffee Shop.
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Grand Lake Marina
1132 Lake AveLocated on the shores of Grand Lake, Colorado the historic Grand Lake Marina has been the reliable choice for lake recreation since 1955. Rent your own pontoon boat, Whaler, kayak, or canoe and enjoy stunning views of the Rocky Mountains and the Continental Divide. How about a chartered sunset party cruise for up to 30 people with catering available, or maybe just a mocha coffee on the docks at our Internet Coffee House, The Wake Coffee Shop.
A World-Class Theater located in beautiful Grand Lake, Colorado, where each season promises to bring outstanding professional theatre to the Rocky Mountain region.
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Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre
800 Grand AveA World-Class Theater located in beautiful Grand Lake, Colorado, where each season promises to bring outstanding professional theatre to the Rocky Mountain region.
“This is classic Rocky Mountain golf at its best. Grand Lake’s beautifully maintained course designed by Dick Phelps with rolling fairways and subtle greens surrounded by lodge pole pines, aspens and colorful native flora, offers a world class setting with panoramic views of snow capped mountains and Rocky Mountain National Park. Moose, elk, deer, fox, chipmunks and squirrels are often spectators during a round and add to a memorable, unique mountain golf experience.
For sharpening up your skills, a driving range and putting green are available. Lessons are available from our professional staff. Facilities include a well stocked pro shop, complete with clubs, balls and a large selection of clothing and accessories.”
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Grand Lake Nordic Center
1415 County Road 48“This is classic Rocky Mountain golf at its best. Grand Lake’s beautifully maintained course designed by Dick Phelps with rolling fairways and subtle greens surrounded by lodge pole pines, aspens and colorful native flora, offers a world class setting with panoramic views of snow capped mountains and Rocky Mountain National Park. Moose, elk, deer, fox, chipmunks and squirrels are often spectators during a round and add to a memorable, unique mountain golf experience.
For sharpening up your skills, a driving range and putting green are available. Lessons are available from our professional staff. Facilities include a well stocked pro shop, complete with clubs, balls and a large selection of clothing and accessories.”
"Fishing with Bernie offers the finest in Colorado lake fishing trips. Experienced guides working with top of the line equipment and boats use years of experience to make your trip outstanding." We used Sam as our fishing guide and he was wonderful. To contact Sam call (720)
666-0141
Fishing with Bernie
687 County Road 41"Fishing with Bernie offers the finest in Colorado lake fishing trips. Experienced guides working with top of the line equipment and boats use years of experience to make your trip outstanding." We used Sam as our fishing guide and he was wonderful. To contact Sam call (720)
666-0141
Meandering Moose mini golf
528 Grand AveNew, fun mini golf course right in town
Open 8 am to 5:30 pm for doggy-daycare or overnight stays.
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Mountain Mongrels Dog Boarding
525 Grand Ave Open 8 am to 5:30 pm for doggy-daycare or overnight stays.
Rent a SUP board right in the town of Grand Lake. Can have access to Grand Lake and Shadow Mountain Lake.
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Rocky Mountain SUP
Rent a SUP board right in the town of Grand Lake. Can have access to Grand Lake and Shadow Mountain Lake.
Generally considered an easy hike, this 4 mile loop takes an average of 90 minutes to complete. It is a very popular area for cross country skiing, hiking, and fishing. Bring a picnic & your swimsuit.
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Monarch Lake Trailhead
Waterton ValleyGenerally considered an easy hike, this 4 mile loop takes an average of 90 minutes to complete. It is a very popular area for cross country skiing, hiking, and fishing. Bring a picnic & your swimsuit.
"The Pine Beach area is a great way to experience the shores of Shadow Mountain Reservoir. Heavily treed and minimally developed, Pine Beach is a peaceful place to relax with a picnic or launch a kayak, canoe or SUP board".
Pine Beach Picnic Site
"The Pine Beach area is a great way to experience the shores of Shadow Mountain Reservoir. Heavily treed and minimally developed, Pine Beach is a peaceful place to relax with a picnic or launch a kayak, canoe or SUP board".
Grab a picnic and enjoy the public beach. Jump off the dock, rent a paddle boat nextdoor, or visit the many restaurants just walking distance away. Public restrooms are available.
Grand Lake Town Beach and Dock
Grab a picnic and enjoy the public beach. Jump off the dock, rent a paddle boat nextdoor, or visit the many restaurants just walking distance away. Public restrooms are available.
Troublesome Tomahawks offer a variety of tomahawks and throwing axes. Sign up and get the link to the waiver through their website.
It's a lot faster to send out to everyone in your group to fill out before arrival on your own device.
Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes.
Troublesome Tomahawks
Troublesome Tomahawks offer a variety of tomahawks and throwing axes. Sign up and get the link to the waiver through their website.
It's a lot faster to send out to everyone in your group to fill out before arrival on your own device.
Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes.
We enjoyed this 6.8 mile round trip hike up to Cascade Falls. We saw 2 moose and a bear on this trail in May 2023. Time entry permit required for Rocky Mountain National Park if you go between the hours of 9 am to 2 pm.
North Inlet Trailhead
We enjoyed this 6.8 mile round trip hike up to Cascade Falls. We saw 2 moose and a bear on this trail in May 2023. Time entry permit required for Rocky Mountain National Park if you go between the hours of 9 am to 2 pm.
Mountain Paddlers is a family run business by Kayak Guy (father) and Kayak Dude (son). As kayakers ourselves, we want to share the joy of kayaking with everyone who wants to get on the water and experience all that Grand Lake and Shadow Mountain Lake have to offer.
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Mountain Paddlers
1030 Lake AveMountain Paddlers is a family run business by Kayak Guy (father) and Kayak Dude (son). As kayakers ourselves, we want to share the joy of kayaking with everyone who wants to get on the water and experience all that Grand Lake and Shadow Mountain Lake have to offer.
"WakeSesh brings you and your crew out on the water for the day, we pick you up in a 2021 26.6' Moomba Makai wakeboard boat in Grand Lake. You and your group will have choices of surfing or wakeboarding. We have an assortment of boards to chose from. Everything is included in one price, boat, gear (boards +wetsuits + life jackets) driver/coach...whether you have done it before or not we''ll have you riding in no time!!"
Wake Sesh
1120 Lake Ave"WakeSesh brings you and your crew out on the water for the day, we pick you up in a 2021 26.6' Moomba Makai wakeboard boat in Grand Lake. You and your group will have choices of surfing or wakeboarding. We have an assortment of boards to chose from. Everything is included in one price, boat, gear (boards +wetsuits + life jackets) driver/coach...whether you have done it before or not we''ll have you riding in no time!!"
They offer rafting trips on the Colorado River in Kremmling (approx 45 minutes away) and Clear Creek in Idaho Springs (on the way up to Grand Lake). Beginner, intermediate and advanced trips are available, providing options for all ages 5+ and abilities. Use code "Vacation" during check out to save 10%.
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Liquid Descent Whitewater Rafting
1896 Stanley RdThey offer rafting trips on the Colorado River in Kremmling (approx 45 minutes away) and Clear Creek in Idaho Springs (on the way up to Grand Lake). Beginner, intermediate and advanced trips are available, providing options for all ages 5+ and abilities. Use code "Vacation" during check out to save 10%.
Winter Activities
Enjoy the scenic views of Rocky Mountain National Park and the Arapaho National Forest at the Grand Lake Nordic Center. They offer the beginner to advanced cross country skier a variety of terrain on 35 km of classic cross country and skate skiing trails.
View of the Never Summer Mountain Range from the GLMRD Nordic Center The terrain and trails are also excellent for snowshoeing, and we have a dedicated dog loop and kid’s tubing hill! The GLMRD Nordic Center is a full-service, outdoor winter destination featuring our ski and snowshoe rentals, lessons, a retail shop, and a winter soup kitchen at the Lodge. Don’t Forget: FREE Kids Program ~ Grand County Kids Ski Free on Fridays (excluding Holidays)!
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Grand Lake Nordic Center
1415 County Road 48Enjoy the scenic views of Rocky Mountain National Park and the Arapaho National Forest at the Grand Lake Nordic Center. They offer the beginner to advanced cross country skier a variety of terrain on 35 km of classic cross country and skate skiing trails.
View of the Never Summer Mountain Range from the GLMRD Nordic Center The terrain and trails are also excellent for snowshoeing, and we have a dedicated dog loop and kid’s tubing hill! The GLMRD Nordic Center is a full-service, outdoor winter destination featuring our ski and snowshoe rentals, lessons, a retail shop, and a winter soup kitchen at the Lodge. Don’t Forget: FREE Kids Program ~ Grand County Kids Ski Free on Fridays (excluding Holidays)!
Grand Adventures - Snowmobile Rentals Grand Lake
4 Co Rd 48Rent snowmobiles that are right "on the trail" system. Very convenient and nice machines!
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On The Trail Rentals
1447 Co Rd 491Rent snowmobiles that are right "on the trail" system. Very convenient and nice machines!
Rental a snowmobile (unguided) from downtown Grand Lake to take in the views of the Continental Divide and explore over 130 miles of maintained and marked trails in the Arapahoe National Forest. Rent the latest model snowmobiles right from downtown Grand Lake, the Snowmobile Capital of Colorado. Spirit Lake Lodge & Snowmobile Rentals is Grand Lakes longest operating snowmobile rental company.
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Spirit Lake Lodge & Snowmobile Rentals
829 Grand AveRental a snowmobile (unguided) from downtown Grand Lake to take in the views of the Continental Divide and explore over 130 miles of maintained and marked trails in the Arapahoe National Forest. Rent the latest model snowmobiles right from downtown Grand Lake, the Snowmobile Capital of Colorado. Spirit Lake Lodge & Snowmobile Rentals is Grand Lakes longest operating snowmobile rental company.
Winter Park Resort is Colorado's longest continually operated ski resort featuring over 3000 acres of award-winning terrain including groomers, terrain parks, and a gondola ride. This is about 40 minutes from our cabin.
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Winter Park Resort
85 Parsenn RdWinter Park Resort is Colorado's longest continually operated ski resort featuring over 3000 acres of award-winning terrain including groomers, terrain parks, and a gondola ride. This is about 40 minutes from our cabin.
Granby Ranch is one of Colorado's best kept secrets and great for that family getaway. Located in Granby Colorado, Granby Ranch offers 35 ski trails covering 2 mountains, six terrain parks, ski and ride school, and rentals. Granby Ranch Grill at the base of the mountain features delicious food for the whole family.
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Granby Ranch
1000 Village RdGranby Ranch is one of Colorado's best kept secrets and great for that family getaway. Located in Granby Colorado, Granby Ranch offers 35 ski trails covering 2 mountains, six terrain parks, ski and ride school, and rentals. Granby Ranch Grill at the base of the mountain features delicious food for the whole family.
The town of Grand Lake provides a free skating rink outdoors at their new location at the Town Park on Grand Avenue from December through February (weather dependent). Bring your own skates or borrow complimentary skate rentals at Mush Love (905 Grand Avenue, noon-5 pm.
Town Square Park
1025 Grand AveThe town of Grand Lake provides a free skating rink outdoors at their new location at the Town Park on Grand Avenue from December through February (weather dependent). Bring your own skates or borrow complimentary skate rentals at Mush Love (905 Grand Avenue, noon-5 pm.
Conseils aux voyageurs
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Al Paca Luxury Picnics!
Hello Grand County! The gals here at Al_paca_picnic are bringing our luxury picnic services back to the Grand Lake and surrounding areas. We will be accepting reservations starting July 1st! Think of us for your date nights, anniversaries, hangout sessions, book club or any fun occasion! We provide the complete set up, clean up, charcuterie board, beverages, games and good vibes! Message us or email us at Alpacapicnic@Yahoo.com for rates, reservations and questions! You make the memories, we pack the picnic! 🦙🧺💕