100. Things to Do at Arapaho National Recreation Area

Welcome to the Arapaho National Recreation Area (ANRA), a 35,000-acre scenic water wonderland in the upper reaches of the Colorado River Valley. The ANRA was established by Congress in 1978 and contains five major reservoirs: Lake Granby, Shadow Mountain Reservoir, Monarch Lake, Willow Creek Reservoir, and Meadow Creek Reservoir. Grand Lake, adjacent to the ANRA, with its deep, clear blue waters, is the largest natural lake in Colorado. Together, the lakes and reservoirs are often referred to as the “Great Lakes of Colorado”. The ANRA is a world-class place to boat, camp, hike, fish, ice fish, snowmobile, view wildlife, horseback ride and hold events. An ANRA vehicle pass is required for most day use areas and overnight camping. Go to the link below to learn more about where passes are required and how they can be purchased.