RT Grand Lake

Tourist destination adjacent to the western entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park, which surrounds the lake and the town on three sides

General Information

Hours:

Park is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

Fees:

1-Day Pass - Automobile - $25.00
Accepts America The Beautiful Pass

Pet Policy:

Pets not allowed on trails

Closest cities with hotels:

Estes Park

Seasons:

The lower elevations are always accessible, while Trail Ridge Road is open only between May and October. Trails are snow-free for varying durations; the highest routes just for 3 or 4 months in summer

Location:

Grand Lake, CO

Website:

Estes ParkWeather Forecast

How to Get There

From Granby (16 mi): Take US-34 N from Granby, following the Colorado River past Shadow Mountain Lake to the town of Grand Lake and the park’s west entrance.

Overview

Grand Lake is a small mountain town on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park at 8,369 feet, established in 1881, and named for Colorado's largest and deepest natural lake, one of the headwaters of the Colorado River. Its western-style boardwalk has shops and restaurants, and the lake has boating and fishing. US 34 (Trail Ridge Road) goes 45 miles across the park to Estes Park from the town, and the park's Kawuneeche Visitor Center is near the town.

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