Things To Do
Scenic No Matter the Season
Experience Grand Lake and the Rocky Mountains
Summer
Summertime in Grand Lake is like nothing else! The long days and warm nights welcome a number of notable events like the Arts & Crafts Fair, July 4th Fireworks over Grand Lake, Buffalo Days and the Troublesome Fest, just to name a few.
Activities
- Boating
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- ATVing
- Kauffman House Museum
- Rotary Bingo (every Fri & Sat night)
- Rocky Mountain Repertory Theater
Fall
The changing leaves and cooler temps are always a welcoming time in Grand Lake. Come join us for Constitution Week, Taking Steps for Cancer 5k, Trick or Treating on the boardwalk, and so much more!
Activities
- Leaf peeping
- Hiking
- Elk bugling
- Fishing
- Boating
Winter
Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! The Snowmobile Capital of Colorado comes alive in the winter with New Years Eve Fireworks, ice fishing tournaments, the Winter Carnival and the Pond Hockey Classic.
Activities
- Snowmobiling
- Snowshoeing
- Cross-country skiing
- Tubing/Sledding
- Ice fishing
Spring
As the snow melts, Grand Lake begins to bustle with the promise of warmer days and the return of beloved events like the Annual Easter Egg Hunt, the Memorial Day Parade and the opening of Trail Ridge Road through Rocky Mountain National Park!
Activities
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Bird watching
- Wildlife viewing
Rocky Mountain National Park
All year round, Rocky Mountain National Park is the ultimate destination for all things outdoors. Located just 3 miles from downtown Grand Lake, RMNP offers stunning views, beautiful hikes, and breathtaking wildlife viewing. Please be sure to visit nps.gov/romo for more information!
Please Note:
- RMNP requires a timed entry pass between May 26th and October 22nd, 2023
- Trail Ridge Road is closed annually to thru traffic over the winter and spring months
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