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Lake Granby

Grand Lake, Colorado · Grand County

Granby Dam and Lake Granby, features of the Colorado-Big Thompson Project are on the Colorado River near Granby, Colorado. Developments include 260 campsites and 3 boat-launch ramps. Total water surface available for recreation is approximately 7,250 surface acres. Primary recreation activities are power boating, fishi…

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About Lake Granby

Granby Dam and Lake Granby, features of the Colorado-Big Thompson Project are on the Colorado River near Granby, Colorado. Developments include 260 campsites and 3 boat-launch ramps. Total water surface available for recreation is approximately 7,250 surface acres. Primary recreation activities are power boating, fishing, and camping. Primary sport fish are rainbow trout, mackinaw trout, and salmon. Facilities closed in winter due to ice and snow conditions.

Plan Your Visit to Lake Granby

Heading to Lake Granby? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Lake Granby?

No central reservation system listed for Lake Granby. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/68) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Lake Granby?

Site is off U.S. 34 north about 5 miles from Granby.

How do I contact Lake Granby?

You can reach the park at phone: 970-887-4100 or email: granbychamber@aol.com.