The Spitzmiller’s Cabins were built in the 1930’s and are still welcoming guests to Grand Lake today as the Western Riviera Courtyard Cabins. While the original cabins were not winterized and sat directly on the ground, they are now a connected U shape structure of 12...
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Happy Birthday, Rocky Mountain National Park!
Did you know Rocky Mountain National Park kicked off a year-long celebration of its 100th Birthday in September 2014? Rocky Mountain National Park wants you to Honor its Past, Celebrate its Present and Inspire its Future by joining them as they celebrate the...
Grand Lake & Rocky
Did you know that Grand Lake is Colorado's largest and deepest natural lake, and part of the headwaters of the Colorado River situated at the west entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park? Imagine hiking trails leading to the sites and sounds of beautiful waterfalls...
Lakeside Lodging overlooking Grand Lake
The Western Riviera Motel overlooks Grand Lake, Colorado's largest natural lake, at the west entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park. The 16-room motel offers various rooms and accommodations with shared deck areas including tables and chairs, and parking. The...
Experience Historic Grand Lake, Colorado
Locals have been welcoming visitors to Grand Lake even before the Town was officially established in 1881. Hotels began springing up on the lake shores in the 1890's when early settler, Judge Wescott, began guiding hunting parties through the area. The Kauffman House...
Catch & Release Ice Fishing Contest
4th Annual Grand Lake Catch & Release Ice Fishing Contest Friday, March 6th - March 8th, 2015 Contest kicks off on Friday night March 6th with a Welcome Party at Pancho & Lefty's. Come register, get your flag, your number and win some door prizes! Ice Fishing...
Rejuvenate Your Soul in Grand Lake
Have you experienced the beauty of winter in Grand Lake and Rocky Mountain National Park? Rejuvenate your soul in the peace and solitude of nature wrapped in snow covered trails and the warmth of crisp Colorado blue skies. Hear the trill of migrating birds, see the...
Flight For Life Snowmobile Poker Run
This Saturday, February 21, 2015, the Grand Lake Trailblazers Snowmobile Club and Denver's Mile High Snowmobile Club will co-host St. Anthony Health Foundation's 14th Annual Snowmobile For Life Poker Run on the trails of Grand Lake! ...
Explore Rocky Mountain This Winter
Be sure to visit picturesque Rocky Mountain National Park in the winter and explore the beauty of nature in solitude. Listen to Ranger Cynthia as she talks about planning for your visit, winter wildlife, driving information, stunning views, snowshoeing, cross-country...
Grand Lake’s Annual Winter Carnival
Have you ever been to Grand Lake's Annual Winter Carnival? They are jam packed with lots of FUN! Check out this video clip to get a taste of what's coming up this weekend This year's carnival is a Rocky Mountain National Park Centennial Event themed Wilderness,...
Nordic Ski for a Cause and FUN!
Have you been to the Grand Lake Nordic Center? It's considered the gem next to Rocky Mountain National Park (http://www.skyhidailynews.com/news/13687402-113/nordic-center-ski-grand) providing groomed trails for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing as well as a...
Ice Fishing Contests, Winter Carnival and More!
Drop a Line Even when the lakes begin to freeze, fishing season isn’t over. Imagine the serenity of fishing during regular fishing seasons, but amidst the snow and ice during a beautiful Colorado winter. The lakes of Granby and Grand Lake are home to some of the...