Grand County, Granby, Grand Lake | Colorado Summer Vacation Planner | Events, Attractions, Activities and Lodging Deals

Fishing
The best fishing in Colorado! Fish the gold medal waters of the Colorado River along the river banks or from a boat in Grand Lake or Lake Granby.

Horseback Riding
Enjoy the scenery as you ride through Rocky Mountain National Park and Arapahoe National Forest. Guided horseback tours available.

Rocky Mountain National Park
This living showcase of the grandeur of the Rocky Mountains, with elevations ranging from 8,000 feet in the wet, grassy valleys to 14, 259 feet at the weather-ravaged top of Longs Peak, provides visitors with opportunities for countless breathtaking experiences and adventures.

Bike Granby Ranch Opens May 25th with a New Name, New Family-Friendly Trails and Cross-Country Features.

Hiking
Hike the trails through the Rocky Mountains. See the wildlife in their natural habitat and breathe in the clear, fresh mountain air.

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Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre
Live, professional musical theatre in Grand Lake.
(970) 627-3421 • www.rockymountainrep.com

Cascade Falls
A 3.5-mile hike (one-way) will take you to the heart of the falls, and along the way you can look for some of the more that 80 species of wildflowers that dot the region.

Grand Lake Yacht Club
Founded in 1901, the Grand Lake Yacht Club sponsors a Regatta Week every year, with fun-filled days of racing in mid-August.

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Golfing
There are four golf courses within 20 minutes of Granby with a variety of challenging holes and beautiful scenery.

Rodeo
Have you ever been to a rodeo? There's one every weekend in Granby!

Hot Sulphur Springs Resort
Total relaxation is just 15 minutes away. Offering 21 minerals pools and baths, including private pool/bath rentals. Spa services, massage and lodging reservations available.

Full Moon ski at the Grand Lake Golf Course April 6th, 2012
5 pm - 9 pm, (970) 627-8008.

Peggy Mann, May 12th, May 26th, The Sagebrush, 970-627-1404.

Historical Kauffman House opens May 26th, 2012
Remains open weekends until September 30th. Go take a step back in time!

Grand Lake Memorial Day Parade May 28th, 2012
"Riding, Roping & Ranching: Grand Lake's Old -Time Ranches", Exhibit begins May 30th at the Kauffman House Museum for entire summer. Open daily 11:00 - 5. Admission $5.00 adults, Free to children 12 and younger, GLAHS members. Located off Pitkin St. at the beach in Grand Lake. For more information, or group rates, contact glhistory@rkymtnhi.com.

Arts & Crafts Fair, June 9-10. Town park.

Sharing Water: Grand Lake's Wonderful Water History, June 13, 7:00 PM, Grand Lake Community House.

Opening Night for the Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre, June 15, 970-627-3421

State Chilli Cook Off& Craft Fair June 23rd, 2012
Test your taste bud for the day at the Cook off! Grand Lake Town Park.
(970) 627-8428

Arts & Architecture Tour, June 23

Tops of the Rockies, June 24th 5:30-8:00/the Grand Lake Yacht Club.

Independent Sports Club 26th Annual Charity Golf Tournament, June 30. One-day tournament at Grand Lake Golf Course. 8:00 a.m. shotgun start, 18-hole four-player-team scramble. If you have any questions, please contact Karen Raymond, 970-627-9395

Grand Lake Fireworks Extravaganza July 4th, 2012
Located over the lake at dark.

Boat Show July 14th, 2012
The Rocky Mountain Classics Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society is having their annual boat show is Grand Lake. Boats will start arriving on Friday afternoon and be on display at the town dock from 9:00 am to noon. We will parade around the lake at noon provided the weather permits. Boats will be in and out of the docks for the rest of the day. Many will stay until Sunday.

Buffalo BBQ weekend July 14-15, 2012
Located in the town park & lakefront! Parade and festivities on Saturday 15th!

The Rocky Mountain Classics Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society Annual Boat Show, - July 14. Grand Lake. Boats will start arriving on Friday afternoon/evening and be on display at the Town dock from 9:00 AM to Noon. Parade around the lake at Noon provided the weather permits. Boats will be in and out of the docks for the rest of the day.

Winter Park Art Affair & Jazz Festival, July 21-22, 2012
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Victorian Tea, July 25th, 2:00, Grand Lake Lodge, $20.00 / RSVP by July 23

Theatre Cabaret Extravaganza, July 29.

Sail Boat Races, July 30 - August 4

Crews in Brews Fest, August 25, 2012

Grand Lake Historic Day, August 4. The Kauffman House. Free Admission!

Youth Theatre Performances, August 4-5 970-627-3421

Teen Theatre Performances. August 11, 970-627-3421

Victorian Tea, August 15, 2:00, Daven Haven, $20.00 / RSVP by August 8th. 970-627-8144.

Crews in Brews Fest, August 25, Please call 970-627-3402 for more information

Live Theatre Opening night Fall Show, August 31. Contact Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre for more information at 970-627-3421

Tombstone Tales, September 2. Meet real pioneers from Grand Lake's past in our cemetery.

Kauffman House begins open weekends only through September, September 8

Grand Lake's Fall Arts & Crafts Fair September 8-9, 2012
Located in the town park.

Race for the Stars High Altitude Trail Duathlon, September 8, 2012, 5k Trail Run - 25k Mountain Bike - 5k Trail Run Children's Duathlon, Granby

Old Fashioned Holiday Craft Bazaar, November 23-24, Th Grand Arts Center

Fire Truck rides with Santa, December 8, Town Park! Call 970-627-8428 for more details.

Grand Chorale, December 8, 7:00pm in the Community Building in the Town Square.

Holiday Celebration, December 26-27. Kauffman House.

Holiday Melodrama, December 26-31. Community House Town Park

Open House at the Kauffman House, December 28-29 and Dec. 31

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Fast Facts

1. Granby can be reached by Amtrak, private plane, or automobile and is centrally located in Grand County.

2. Granby was incorporated in 1905 and many of the original buildings still exist on Agate Avenue.

3. Grand Lake, Colorado's largest and deepest natural lake,was originally named Spirit Lake by the Ute Tribe. They believed the lake's cold waters to be the dwelling place of departed souls and they avoided it.

4. Grand Lake is located on the shore of Grand Lake and is 8,437 feet above sea level.