The Beach at Grand Lake
The Beach at Grand Lake
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KB
Medford, OR5 contributions
Aug 2023
Now, mind, Grand Lake's downtown is about two blocks but one block from it and down a bit of a hill is this delightful beachfront. Kids. Dogs. Kayaks. All bright with summer spirit. The water is deliciously cold.
Written 24 August 2023
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Beaveracres
Center Point, IA62 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
We hiked to Adam's Falls and around Mountain Shadow lake as well as canoeing at Gand Lake and beach. Went to Rocky Mountain Park one day. Awesome restaurants for the whole family to enjoy.
Written 17 August 2023
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Grover R
Pensacola, FL18,062 contributions
Sept 2022
Grand Lake is the beautiful water feature that inspires the town and gives the name. On the shores in the downtown district, just outside the west entrance to RMNP, there is a beach and marina where you can get down to see the lake. If you are brave enough to enter the cold water you can swim. In addition, there are boat and paddleboard rentals here for you to enjoy the lake without the cold. Again a beautiful place outside the park.
Written 25 November 2022
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Jo/dave
2 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
Not as grand as we had hoped-probably because the weather was cloudy, overcast and cold. The shopping was nice and views pretty.
Written 15 October 2022
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Victoria N
Gateshead, UK3,215 contributions
Aug 2022
This is such a beautiful area. The lake is so peaceful with people enjoying kayaking, boating, people relaxing on the pier, on the beach, a really lovely spot with great views and not far from the main street at all.
Written 29 August 2022
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Denisse R
14 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Beautiful little beach area. Mountain lake so it’s not the sand you’d expect at a ocean beach. The kids still had fun playing with sand toys and swimming on the shallow end. The water is very cold even in July on an 80degree day! Lots of families having picnics, paddle boarding, kayaking and pedal boating. Tons of dogs! Most are on leases unless they are swimming. I’ve never seen so many dogs on any vacation. The beach area is small and very packed on a weekend. During the week it was quieter. The public bathrooms are very clean and well maintained. The whole area is very cute and lots of fun little shops.
Written 18 July 2022
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fiamma11
Tysons Corner, VA4,919 contributions
Jul 2021
This lake has a very pretty sand beach, yes in the mountains. There are kayaks and paddleboats if you are concerned regarding the cool temperature of the water. Really nice, pretty and relaxing.
Written 2 January 2022
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Julie W
Cumming, GA114 contributions
Sept 2020
Loved this little hidden beach, what a great use of town tax dollars. The park is beautiful, small, clean, well maintained and provides the most incredible view!
Written 27 September 2020
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Nonna
Dickson, TN34 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
Beautiful is an understatement. This was my second trip to Grand Lake and I am already planning my next trip. The lake was a little low but that was due to the wildfires. Water has been gathered from helicopters to drop on fires.
The scenery is amazing and the homes around the lake are incredible.
The scenery is amazing and the homes around the lake are incredible.
Written 4 September 2020
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G Marc C
Wichita, KS29 contributions
Sept 2020 • Couples
Beautiful area. Several picnic tables, Grab a to-go lunch at one of the many restaurants And enjoy the lake up close. Grassy area for play nearby.
Written 2 September 2020
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Are my dogs allowed on the beach
mlhenderson
Denver, CO37 contributions
Yes. Dogs allowed on leash. Very dog friendly town but don't try to walk them from town to trailheads. Drive to trail heads and make sure dogs are allowed on trails you want to take.
TSchraad
Lawrence, KS23 contributions
Is the cabin secluded at all or close to neighbors? We are hoping to see lots of wildlife, and we enjoy hiking. We also enjoy shopping in quaint little towns. Are there places to browse and shop within reasonable driving distance?
711rickj
Olpe, KS82 contributions
Don't know where you cabin is located but the beach is on the SE part of Grand Lake. It is very close to shopping, food and fun!
Enjoy your trip and have fun with the outdoors and wildlife that the city and National Park offers.
prattm
London, UK8 contributions
Are there public showers anywhere on the beach?
CoYogaMaster
Winter Park, CO24 contributions
No. There are very nice clean public bathrooms at the beach but no showers
musselmane
Denver1 contribution
Are there houses/cabins to rent close to beach? Walking distance.
Heather Dawson Schrock
Erie, CO858 contributions
Yes, very close usually. Contact chamber or look at tripadvisor for options.
We are looking to stay at Grand Lake for a few days next week. Not sure on weather...are their boating activities or is everything still under snow?
Can you bring dogs
thesteevesgroup
Orlando, FL2,529 contributions
Yes, just be a responsible own. It is so nice to see pets out and around town. Some pets are more behaved than their children. ....lol
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Beach at Grand Lake
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