GRANBY

If you like out-of-doors activities, you will love Granby. Within minutes of Granby you can hike, bike, fish, horseback ride, golf, or boat. Granby is near Rocky Mountain National Park where animals as small as the hummingbird and as large as the moose await you. Granby is host to fishing contests and festivals, Farmers Market, music, parades, and more. You will never be bored in Granby, the Heart of Something Grand - Grand County.

GRAND LAKE

Nestled on the shores of Colorado’s largest natural lake, surrounded by the Arapahoe National Forest and at the western entrance to majestic Rocky Mountain National Park sits the Historic Village of Grand Lake. An abundance of activities, historic treasures and opportunities for downtime await you from the moment you arrive. From rustic home cooking to sophisticated eateries, snowshoeing to snowmobiling, quiet evenings overlooking the lake or a day of scaling a snow-capped peak, Grand Lake has something in every season for every visitor.

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

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

3) Grand Lake The Village of Grand Lake sits on Grand Lake, the largest natural lake in the State of Colorado and is the western terminus of Trail Ridge Road, America’s highest continually paved highway.

4) Grand Lake At 8,437 feet above sea level, the Grand Lake

Fishing - Granby
The best fishing in Colorado! Fish from shore or boat, fly fish gold medal waters, or catch trophy lake trout. Guided or unguided, it’s up to you.

Golfing - Granby
There are 4 Golf Courses within 20 minutes of Granby with a variety of challenging holes and beautiful scenery.

Horseback Riding - Granby
Horseback riding can be found nearby at 4 different stables with rides going into Rocky Mountain National Park the or Arapaho National Forest.

Rocky Mountain National Park - Grand Lake
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. • www.nps.gov

Adams Falls - Grand Lake
One of two impressive waterfalls in Rocky Mountain National Park, Adams Falls is a quick 1/3 mile hike from the Grand Lake public boat landing on the edge of the Village. • www.nps.gov

Kauffman House Museum - Grand Lake
The only remaining log hotel built in Grand Lake prior to 1900, is listed in the National Register of Historic Places because of its log architecture and because its first owner was a typical example of the men who joined the westward movement. www.kauffmanhouse.org

Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre - Grand Lake
Live, professional theatre in Grand Lake. 2008 Season includes: Oklahoma!, Urinetown, Big the Musical and Why Do Fools Fall in Love?
June–September. • 970.627.3421 www.rockymountainrep.com

Lake Granby Fishermen’s Classic - Granby
May 31–June 1
Join fishermen from all over to compete to catch the most weight in rainbow and brown trout and then try to catch the longest lake trout. Cash prizes and great fun!

Granby Farmers Market - Granby
June 6-October 3 - Every Friday
Enjoy fresh fruit and vegetables at our local farmers market every Friday with special entertainment on the first Friday of each month.

Fine Arts & Crafts Festival - Grand Lake
June 7-8
Over 50 Colorado artisans convene on Grand Lake to display their wares in scenic Grand Lake Town Park. Free admission. www.grandlakechamber.com

Granby Fly Fishing Festival - Granby
June 28-29
For the first time fly fisher or the experienced fisherman: There will be seminars on fly tieing, casting, and beginning flyfishing, Children’s lessons and contest and an adult pro/am tournament.

Independence Day Parade and BBQ - Granby
July 4
Join the Granby community and all our friends and visitors for the biggest small town parade in Colorado then follow it to the town park for down-home BBQ fun.

Buffalo BBQ & Parade - Grand Lake
July 20
A sixty-one year tradition, the Grand Lake Buffalo BBQ & Parade recalls the days of early Grand Lake. Old fashioned gun fights and costumes, BBQ lunch and parade.  www.grandlakechamber.com

Fall Folk Festival - Grand Lake
September 13-14
Enjoy Grand Lake’s most popular bands while relaxing with suds from Grand Lake Brewing Company. Over 35 Colorado artisans and children’s play area round off this popular fall event. Free admission. www.grandlakechamber.com

Grand Lake Winter Carnival - Grand Lake
February 7
Teapot curling, human bowling and bed-sled races are just a few examples of how a small town entertains in the winter. Dance and band in the evening.  www.grandlakechamber.com

Please note that dates & times are subject to change.