The Lakes
The Grand Lake area is home to three beautiful lakes, each offering year-round recreation and drawing visitors from near and far. Grand Lake itself is Colorado's largest natural lake, while nearby Shadow Mountain Lake and Lake Granby are scenic reservoirs. These lakes are at the heart of outdoor activities in every season, from boating, fishing, and kayaking in the summer to ice fishing and lakeside snowshoeing in the winter. Together, they create an inviting playground for nature enthusiasts and make Grand Lake an unmatched destination for enjoying Colorado’s water and wilderness.
Grand Lake
Formed by glaciers, Grand Lake is most famous for being the largest and deepest of all the natural lakes in Colorado, covering more than 500 acres and plunging almost…
Shadow Mountain Reservoir
Possibly one of the most underrated lakes in Colorado, Shadow Mountain Lake is connected to Grand Lake via a narrow waterway providing a serene, shallow area for…
Lake Granby
Lake Granby, one of Colorado's largest lakes, is ideal for motor boating, water sports and fishing.
Monarch Lake
Monarch Lake is one of the prettiest lakes in Colorado with hiking trails, mountain views and camping nearby. It is a popular place for non-motorized boating activities…