Grand Lake Travel Guide

 mpowelson Says:  One of the joys of living in Denver or just visiting is the wealth of summer activities. One great day trip is to visit Trail Ridge Marina, in Grand County. The marina is located in Grand Lake, Colorado with access to Shadow Mountain Lake and Grand Lake. The marina rents... 

 Tom_Fields Says:  This historic house was built by the Kauffman family in 1892. The family made it into a hotel, and so it remained until 1946. It's the only 19th century log cabin left in Grand Lake. Docents dressed in period costumes show visitors around the house and explain life in the... 

 Callavetta Says:  Grand Lake is the town closest to the Western entrance to RMNP. In the summer visitors can drive through the park to the Eastern entrance, Estes Park. But in winter Trail Ridge Road, the 12,000 foot pass is closed. There is still plenty to do and see before getting to the... 

 Callavetta Says:  The Sagebrush BBQ and Grill is a very casual place with a large assortment of BBQ items. Every table has a large bucket of peanuts and guests are encouraged to throw the shells on the floor. Tables have plastic cow print table cloths and the decor is very old west oriented;... 

 Etoile2B Says:  Rocky Mountain Coffee Company is another cute little coffee house in town. They’re open early and have great coffee! 

 Etoile2B Says:  Poncho and Leftys is always packed. During the high season expect to wait. But there is a large bar area and an outdoor patio where you can have a margarita while you’re waiting for your table. They specialize in Mexican food, but I must admit, the food isn’t that great. If... 

 Etoile2B Says:  The food at the Grand Lake lodge is nothing special, but the views from the restaurant are gorgeous and the waitstaff is friendly. They also have a large brunch in the mornings and plenty of seating. 

 Etoile2B Says:  Grand Pizza is hands-down the best pizza in town. It blows the pizza from the bowling alley out of the water. It’s also pricier than any other pizza in town, but well worth it. I’m not sure if they deliver or not. My guess would be no. It’s a very small town. But it’s easy... 

 Etoile2B Says:  Black Bear Bakery is a great little place by the lake to get your morning coffee and perhaps a muffin for breakfast. You can take it to go or dine there. They also serve sandwiches and lunch fare. I loved getting that first cup of coffee and taking a walk by the lake. 

 Callavetta Says:  This is an example of the many local places to stay in the town. In the winter, you can park your snowmobile right out front. I haven't stayed in the town overnight so I can't comment on the quality of any of the accommodations, but several of them looked quite tempting. 

 Etoile2B Says:  The community living around Columbine Lake throws and annual Fourth of July potluck luncheon. Neighbors from all over the lake bring food to share. People fish off the pier. Local musicians play live music and the entire neighborhood participates in a parade. It's a great...