Happy Mother’s Day!

Take your Mom to Grand Lake and a dinner at the Rapids Lodge. Better yet, make a weekend out of it.

Mother’s Day Special: “Sesame Seared Ahi Tuna” served over cabbage wok fry with a Wasabi Aioli. Regular Menu also available. Open at 5pm Sunday May 13th. Reservations suggested: 970-627-3707

Make Grand Lake Your Rocky Mountain  Destination and enjoy the pristine wilderness that surrounds the town. Trail Ridge will be opening soon. We’ll keep you updated.

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You should be on our list. Get notified about what is going on at the Rapids and all the fun activities. Just send us an email and we’ll get you on the list. Rapids@RapidsLodge.com
You can also “like” us on Facebook. Just search or click here for Rapids Lodge and click “Like”. We post photos of what it is like that day in Grand Lake. Like this one taken on Thursday morning around 8 a.m.

Grand Lake Colorado

Grand Lake Colorado

The bluebirds are here. Robins and more will come in the next few weeks. Birders love staying at the Rapids Lodge.
Also, this summer in Grand Lake there are numerous art fairs and music festivals. Stay tuned as the new information becomes available.
The Historic Rapids Lodge offers lodging and fine dining in the town of Grand Lake. Come stay with us for your vacation, wedding, receptions, family reunions, or company or group retreats. While you are here, explore Rocky Mountain National Park and the lakes and mountains surrounding us in Grand Lake.

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Warm weather!

Due to warm weather and melting snow, mountain biking and hiking is just around the corner.
Trails are dry at Adams Fall and East Inlet, the trailheads are just around the corner from the lodge.

 

East Inlet Trail head Grand Lake

East Inlet Trail head Grand Lake

Rapids Lodge has stayed open through the shoulder season. Come on up to Grand Lake before the crowds. You won’t regret it.
Meet the author: Laura Pritchett at the Juniper Library in Grand Lake on Thursday, April 12, 5-6 p.m. Laura Pritchett will be joined by Scott Murdoch, District Wildlife Manager of Colorado Parks and Wildlife to talk about Colorado Bears and Pritchett’s new book, Great Colorado Bear Stories.
The Historic Rapids Lodge offers lodging and fine dining in the town of Grand Lake. Come stay with us for your vacation, wedding, receptions, family reunions, or company or group retreats. While you are here, explore Rocky Mountain National Park and the lakes and mountains surrounding us in Grand Lake.

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Rapids Restaurant Grand Lake

The Rapids Restaurant closes March 25 and re-opens on May 2.
However, for the first time, the Rapids Suites, Aspen Grove Cottage (pet-friendly), Chickadee Cottage (pet-friendly), the Riverview Condos and the Rapids Condos will be available during the time when our restaurant is closed.
The Rapids Restaurant’s last night open is Saturday, March 24 so come on down and celebrate with us.
Upcoming Events:
March 11 – Grand County Pet Pals Fundraiser at the Grand Lake Golf Course! Help raise money for the loving pets that want pals! Come for the weekend and stay in one of our pet-friendly cottages.
March 17 – SNOWSHOE IN THE KAWUNEECHE
Snowshoe in the Kawuneeche. Rocky Mountain National Park. Near Grand Lake. 9am & 1pm. Join a beginner-level snowshoe tour with a ranger. Please bring your own snowshoes and ski poles with large baskets. 8 years of age and older. 2 hours.
Call 970-627-3471 to make reservations.  Visit www.nps.gov for more information.
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Winter In Grand Lake Colorado

Come visit our Historic Rapids Lodge and Restaurant for the Valentine’s Day weekend. Voted “The Best Place for a Romantic Date” in 2011.
Valentine’s Weekend Restaurant Special ……Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Tuesday February 14th

Grand Lake CO Lodging

Grand Lake CO Lodging

CHATEAUBRIAND FOR 2:
16 oz Center Cut Filet with a Kahlua Cream Sauce.  Includes all the trimmings and a delicious Chef’s Special Trifle for  dessert.  $50.00 per couple. Our regular menu will also be available.
Then stay at the Rapids in one of our Romantic Lodge Guest Rooms. We have units that are pet friendly in Grand Lake.
Call us for more information.
Grand Lake Nordic Center is offering  2 for 1 passes at the February 12th, 13th & 14thYour perfect Valentine’s get-a-way!

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Winter Carnival and Lodging at Rapids Lodge

A recent Trip Advisor Review:
“Wood Do It Again” , Reviewed September 13, 2011
Stayed in one of the smaller rooms which was very nice. Loved the quiet location right next to the mountain stream and enjoyed the one block walk ‘into town.’ Tom and his wife were very accommodating, and so was Carol. Would definitely like to come back. Madison, WI
Grand Lake Lodging
Grand Lake Lodging
The Rapids Lodge is pet friendly. If you are looking for a great location in downtown Grand Lake that allows pets, Rapids Lodge is where you should stay.
January 27-29 is the Three Lakes Fishing Contest. We still have rooms available so book soon.
If you are looking for fun activities, Grand Lake’s Winter Carnival is February 4. Make your reservations soon for a weekend of fun winter activities. Here is a list of the activities:
THE “OZ” SNOWMAN CONTEST, TEA POT CURLING, Flag Football in the Park , “WIZARD of OZ” PARADE, Bed Sled Races, EMERALD CITY SNOW SCULPTURES, PARENT/CHILD SLED PULL, and the very popular and famous, Human Bowling.
Call for reservations: 970-627-3707
Call for nightly dinner specials. 970-627-3707
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Happy Holiday from the Rapids Lodge and Restaurant, Specials

We still have lodge rooms and condos available for Christmas Week and New Year’s. The Rapids Lodge is dog-friendly.


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Christmas in Grand Lake

Christmas in Grand Lake


Things to do this week: Grand Lake Nordic Center is open. Rocky Mountain National Park is open.


Christmas in Grand Lake

The Rapids Lodge Restaurant is the perfect place for your company party.
Click here to go to our Special Occasions page (scroll down) to see menu options for larger groups or if you are a group under 15 people, you may order right off the regular menu.
970-627-3707
www.rapidslodge.com rapids@rapidslodge.com
We are wishing you and your family a very happy Holiday.

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Lodging Specials at The Rapids Lodge & Restaurant:

Holiday Gift Special – Buy a Rapids Gift Certificate before December 24th, 2011 and receive a Restaurant Voucher for 10% of the total value of your purchased gift certificate(s). The voucher can be used in the Rapids Restaurant up until March 17th, 2012. Not valid with any other offers. Cannot be used for Tax or Gratuity or Alcoholic Beverages.  Black out dates are New Year’s Eve and Valentine’s Day.

Must be mentioned at the time of purchasing the gift certificate(s). http://www.rapidslodge.com/specials.htm

Rapids

Grand Lake Colorado Rapids


Grand Lake Trail Groomers:

Respect your right to ride, respect private property.

Safety ride within your ability, obey the speed limits, never ride alone.

Support your local grooming association. http://www.grandlaketrailgroomers.com

Save this link to get Updated Trail Conditions in Grand Lake. http://www.grandlaketrailgroomers.com/conditions.html

The Historic Rapids Lodge and Restaurant

The Historic Rapids Lodge and Restaurant

The Historic Rapids Lodge and Restaurant is one block off Grand Avenue with restaurants and shopping on the famous boardwalk. The restaurant will be opening soon with the best fine dining in Grand Lake.

Call 970-627-3707 or email rapids@rapidslodge.com

About The Historic Rapids Lodge and Restaurant.

The Historic Rapids Lodge offers the perfect Grand Lake lodging for your vacation. We can help you organize any special occasion such as a wedding, receptions, family reunions, company or group retreats, Romantic Getaways.

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Cross Country Skiing in Rocky Mountain National Park

As part of your Grand Lake vacation at the Rapids Lodge in Grand Lake, Colorado, spend a day on skis in Rocky Mountain National Park. There are ranger led ski day trips and snowshoe trips. Ski the Wilderness in Winter 9:30am – Saturdays from 12/30 to 1/28. Ski through, and learn about, the Kawuneeche Valley. A 1.5-hour cross country ski tour. Call 970-627-3471 to make reservations in Rocky Mountain National Park.

Grand Lake Nordic Center opened on Nov. 19. Nordic skiing is a great day time activity to plan for your visit to Grand Lake. There are designated dog friendly trails and one loop has been expanded this year. The Rapids Lodge is dog-friendly.

The Rapids Restaurant is the perfect place for your Holiday Party. Click here to go to our Special Occasions page (scroll down) to see menu options for larger groups or if you are a group under 15 people, you may order right off the regular menu.

Rapids Lodge re-opens Dec. 8. We are taking phone and email reservations. We are open Dec 8-11 and closed the 12th and 13th. Open for 7 days through the holidays.  970-627-3707 www.rapidslodge.com rapids@rapidslodge.com

Wishing you and your family a very happy Thanksgiving .

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Snowmobile Vacation Planning at the Rapids Lodge in Grand Lake, Colorado

Let us help you plan your perfect Colorado mountain getaway in a picturesque Colorado mountain setting. Ride directly from your cabin or condo and enjoy our lodge with friends and family before and after a great day outdoors.
If you are looking to enjoy the beauty of winter, snowmobiling is the best way to discover the unspoiled winter landscape.

Rapids Lodge has a complete snowmobile package available and can arrange your stay with a variety of lodging choices.


Grand Lake is “Snowmobile Capital of Colorado with extensive trail system and every type of trail available and ranks in the top 10 for snowmobile destinations. We have hundreds of miles of trails, you can even ride your machine in downtown Grand Lake – ride in/ ride out from your cabin or condo at the Rapids Lodge.

Other fun outdoor activities are Nordic skiing, sleigh rides, ice skating, snowshoeing, ice and fly-fishing.

Call or e-mail us soon to begin planning your winter vacation in Grand Lake, Colorado.

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