Within Arapaho National Forest, Cutthroat Bay Group Campground operates as a US Forest Service overflow option when popular sites fill up. The facility features gravel sites and two large communal shelters, each housing ten picnic tables. Two water spigots serve the campground, though no shower facilities are available.
Lake access proves straightforward via established paths leading to gravel beaches. Recently replanted trees stand only three feet tall, providing minimal natural shade across the camping area. For additional options, campers can explore campgrounds around Arapaho National Forest. The setup works well for groups needing basic amenities and direct water access.
Description
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.
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.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.
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.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundCutthroat Bay Group Campground is located in Colorado
Directions
From the intersection of U.S. Highways 40 and 34 in Granby, head north on Highway 34 for approximately 9 miles. Campground is on east side of the highway.
Coordinates
40.1913972 N
105.8736222 W
Connectivity
T-MobilePossible CoverageVerified by 23 usersLast on 3/16/26
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Connectivity
- T-MobilePossible CoverageVerified by 23 usersLast on 3/16/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 19 usersLast on 3/16/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 12 usersLast on 3/16/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
Drive Time
- 1 hr 54 min from Denver, CO
- 2 hrs 4 min from Boulder, CO
- 2 hrs 36 min from Greeley, CO
- 2 hrs 40 min from Fort Collins, CO
