Grand Lake, Colorado Facts:
- County: Grand
- Coverage Area (Total): 0.9 sq. miles
- Elevation: 8,437 ft.
- Population: 461
- Cities/Towns covered in local Names and Numbers Phone Book: Fraser, Granby, Grand Lake, Hot Sulphur Springs, Kremmling, Parshall, Tabernash, Winter Park
Grand Lake History
The town of Grand Lake was established in 1881, given the name of the lake that resides near its shores, and incorporated in 1944. It was originally founded as a supply point for the mining settlements of Gaskill, Lulu City, and Teller City. The lake itself is the largest, and deepest, natural body of water in Colorado today.
Grand Lake Attractions
Grand Lake maintains a variety of attractions including: