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CUTTHROAT BAY GROUP

federal · Morrison, CO

Directions
  • dump station1.2 mi
  • fuel station4.5 mi

USFS · Data Source: Recreation.gov

About

Overview Cutthroat Bay Group Campground is located on Lake Granby, six miles southeast of Grand Lake in north central Colorado. Visitors enjoy the area for its great boating, fishing and hiking opportunities. Recreation Lake Granby is part of the Arapaho National Recreation Area. It offers boating, sailing, swimming and fishing. Anglers cast for kokanee salmon and rainbow, brown, mackinaw and cutthroat trout. A boat ramp and dock are located nearby. National Fishing Week is held annually the first week of June. Numerous hiking, biking and horseback riding trails are located within the Arapaho National Recreation Area, including the East Shore Trail (which is part of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail), AA Barn Loop Trail, Roaring Fork Trail and Monarch Lake Trail. Facilities The campground offers two accessible group campsites that accommodate up to 30 people each. Each site is equipped with a picnic shelter, tables, a campfire circle and 12 tent pads. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. A volleyball court and horseshoe pits are also available at the campground. Natural Features The campground is situated on the northern shore of Lake Granby, at an elevation of 8,300 feet. Afternoon thunderstorms should be expected during the summer months. Due to the mountain pine beetle infestation and consequent removal of hazardous trees, the campground provides no natural shade. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578. Nearby Attractions Rocky Mountain National Park's west entrance is located north of Grand Lake. With lush valleys and craggy peaks reaching elevations higher than 14,000 feet, visitors are provided opportunities for countless breathtaking experiences and adventures. Scenic driving, hiking, backpacking, fishing, horseback riding and wildlife viewing are popular activities enjoyed at the park. Charges & Cancellations Modifications for this campground must be made through Recreation.gov or by calling the call center at 1-877-444-6777 PRIOR to your reservation start date. Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date.

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • dump station

    Dump station

    1.2 mi
  • fuel station

    Fuel station

    4.5 mi
  • potable water

    Potable water

    < 0.1 mi
  • trailhead

    Idleglen Trailhead

    2.5 mi
  • attraction

    Surprise Beach

    2.7 mi
  • recreation site

    Stillwater Boating Site

    1.0 mi

Contact & access

  • 9054 U.S Hwy 285 · Morrison, CO 80465

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/6/2026

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