Kristen & George
Things To Do
Rocky Mountain National Park
Grand Lake Lodge is right next to Rocky Mountain National Park, giving you easy access to all levels of hiking! To enjoy RMNP, there is an entrance fee or National Park Pass required. Additionally, you need a timed entry reservation which is usually $2 but must be booked in advance through recreation.gov. If unfamiliar on how to get a reservation, send us a note and we can help!
Explore the town of Grand Lake
Spend a few hours walking around town to enjoy the different restaurants, boutique shopping, and great views. Breakfast: Bighorn Bagels (quick), The Wake Coffee Shop, Truepenny Pitstop (acai), Sagebush BBQ & Grill Lunch / Dinner: Huntington House Tavern (on-site @ Grand Lake Lodge), The World's End Brewpub, One Love Rum Kitchen, Sagebush BBQ & Grill, The Historic Rapids Lodge, Firefly Pizza, Grand Pizza, White Buffalo Pizza (no, the water isn't the same in Colorado) Desserts: Miyauchi's Snack Bar, Ceaira's Sweet Shop, Grand Lake Chocolate's, Moose Mountain Fudge Quaker gift shop (for all my Jeep folks) MUST stop in store for unique western/native products: Bob Scott's Authentic Indian Jewelry. Store is owned by an older couple from Texas who are the sweetest folks of all time.
Grand Lake Marina
Right near Grand Lake Beach is the marina where you can rent boats (e.g., Pontoon, small sport) or kayaks to enjoy mountain views from the lake
Meandering Moose Mini Golf
Mini-golf in town for all ages!
Grand Lake Golf Course
This is a relatively short, 18-hole golf course, but the views are spectacular!
Kirks Flyshop Grand Lake
Contact Kirk's for river fly fishing trip or Grand Lake fishing trip! We went this year and caught 7 lake trout (threw some additional back, and this was off season).
Fishing with Bernie
Contact Bernie for fishing trips on Granby Lake - just a bit down the road. Granby Lake is the premier fishing experience in the area.
Hot Sulphur Springs
~30 minutes from Grand Lake are hot springs to relax in if you have extra time
Horseback & pony rides
Option suitable for all ages at Winding River Resort. Horse trail rides, pony rides, and more!
Extended trip suggestions
Document attached for areas and sites to see if you are looking to do an extended Colorado trip. Please reach out to Kristen or George with further questions!