Rapids Lodge & Restaurant

Grand Lake - the leading Winter and Summer Activity Venue

Grand Lake, CO, is known far and wide for its majestic mountains, miles of rivers and lakes, wildlife, and outdoor beauty. As the region's longest-running mountain resort and restaurant, we're proud to highlight all the fun and splendor our community offers. Our resort is just minutes from the Western end of the Rocky Mountain National Park, but we're also close to favored local dining, shopping, and entertainment venues. Our signature "Tonahutu Blue" water is some of the purest water on the planet because it filters through a glacial alluvial deposit that is thousands of years old and sits beneath the Continental Divide. Our team is happy to suggest great seasonal activities, and destinations, you and your party may enjoy. We happy to try and answer all of your questions. Contact us today.  
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Golf courses and summer activities

There's a wide selection of great summer activities throughout the region that can encompass almost any interest. Nearby you'll find access to:
  • Rocky Mountain National Park
  • Trail Ridge Road
  • Arapaho National Forest
  • Hiking around Grand Lake
  • Fishing, Birding, and Hunting
  • World-class golf courses
  • Hot air balloon rides
  • Kayak and boat rentals
  • Sulphur Spring Resort
  • And much more

Snow and winter activities

When the first winter snowfalls, you'll wonder at the transformation that takes place in Grand Lake, CO. Festive wintertime activities include:
  • Ice fishing and ice skating
  • Snowmobiling
  • Dog sledding
  • Cross-country skiing and downhill skiing
  • Snowboarding
  • Sky Granby Ranch Activities
  • Hot Spring soaking and more!

Rocky Mountain National Park

We're located just minutes away from the Rocky Mountain National Park, a national treasure that offers pristine mountain lakes and streams, natural wildlife, lush foliage, and an ideal location to explore. The Rocky Mountain National Park is home a wide variety of fish, bears, moose, deer, and other animals you'll to watch. Several hiking trails are available for afternoon walks and bicycling. Contact our concierge desk for more information. 

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We're the best choice for your vacation stay. Call today. (970) 627-3707
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