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Boating At Grand Lake In Colorado

By AA-Boats & Boating Staff Writers

Grand Lake, Colorado

Free Public Boating & Watersport Activities

Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Grand Lake is a breathtaking gem located in Colorado. Known as the "Western Gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park," this picturesque lake attracts visitors from far and wide to experience its natural beauty and outdoor adventures.

Boating is a highlight at Grand Lake, with its crystal-clear waters providing the perfect setting for leisurely cruises and thrilling water sports. The lake is dotted with a marina, where boaters can find all the necessary amenities, including boat launch ramps for easy access to the water.

Water sports enthusiasts can enjoy activities like water skiing, wakeboarding, and tubing, making Grand Lake a haven for thrill-seekers and families alike.

For those without their own boats, the marina offers a selection of rental boats, allowing everyone to experience the joy of boating amidst the majestic mountains and serene waters of Grand Lake.

Surrounded by charming mountain towns, Grand Lake offers a unique blend of recreational opportunities and cultural attractions. Nearby cities like Grand Lake Village and Estes Park provide a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern conveniences, with shops, restaurants, and galleries waiting to be explored.

The boating season at Grand Lake typically extends from late spring to early fall, providing ample time for visitors to immerse themselves in the lake's beauty and enjoy its many offerings.

Grand Lake is also renowned for its fishing opportunities, boasting an abundance of trout and other species. Anglers can spend their days casting their lines and enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

Camping options are available in the nearby national park and surrounding areas, providing an opportunity to connect with the great outdoors and witness the star-studded sky above Grand Lake.

Boating, camping and fishing.

With over 500 surface acre feet and 4 1/2 miles of shoreline, Grand Lake is the largest natural lake in CO. This picturesque lake is wrapped on the north and east by the town of Grand Lake, in north-central CO. A marina plus a couple boat launch ramps serve the boating public during Spring through early Fall. The surrounding area offers a wide variety of lodging, dining, shopping and services. Several area campgrounds are just minutes from the lake. Fishing enthusiasts can fish for trout and salmon, from the shore, from a boat or ice fishing in winter once the ice is safe.

Area Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rentals: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Concessions: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

Camping

Elk Creek Campground & RV Park - 970 627-8502

Summerland Park Campground

Green Ridge Campground - 970 887-4100

Grand Lake Map

Fishing

Fish species found in Grand Lake include rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, brown trout, brook trout, lake trout and kokanee salmon.

Rainbow trout Cutthroat trout Brook trout Brown trout Lake trout Kokanee salmon

Click here for a CO fishing license.

Local Contact Information

Grand Lake
Town Of Grand Lake
1026 Park Avenue
Grand Lake, CO 80447-0099
970 627-3435

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