Grand Lake, Colorado
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Links New Years 2008 in Grand Lake
Grand Lake, Colorado 2008 Calendar of Events Grand Lake Chamber of Commerce
Scott and Jeannie's Talk about the town The Grand Lake Fireworks Extravaganza 2007 The story of Marvin Heemeyer and the bulldozer
Favorite Places Grumpy's 1983 and Kel on the Drums With the Band Airos Partners Aspen Leaf Indian Spirit Lodge 18 U.S.C. 2257 Record-Keeping Requirements Compliance Statement This site has been reviewed for compliancy Terms and Conditions• Privacy • Security •DMCA Statement This site is not sanctioned or supported by the town of Grand Lake, Colorado. It is the opinion of the authors of this site. Kelley & Susan McGuiness Web Design By: Scenic Outdoor Portrait Old West Fantasy Web Design Located in Palm Coast, Florida Photographic Services 970 627-3394
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Saturday, April 26, 2008 10:07:05 AM First settled in 1876, Grand Lake became a supply center in 1879 when gold and silver were discovered nearby on the Colorado River. Prospectors came into the area from Breckenridge and the Blue River and by crossing the mountains on what is today Trail Ridge Road. The much sought-after gold existed only in small amounts and the prospectors moved on. Grand Lake survived by welcoming visitors then as they do now. By the early 1900s, the area was attracting families who built summer homes along the shores of the lake and in the surrounding hills. Although still a two-day drive from Denver, Grand Lake soon became a favorite vacation destination. Can't wait for summer
The Legend of Spirit Lake, Known now as Grand Lake.
The Ute Indians often camped on the shores of
Grand Lake. One day the Ute men, scattered in the nearby forest
looking for game, left their camp unprotected. Suddenly a raiding
band of Arapaho and Cheyenne Indians launched an attack on the Ute
encampment. Hearing screams, the Ute men returned and began driving
their enemies away. The squaws and children hurried into canoes and
sped to safety on the lake. As the battle waged on land, storm
clouds gathered, and the wind whipped the water into treacherous
waves. The cries of the battle mixed with the cries far out on the
lake. The crowded canoes capsized, drowning most of the women and
children. The Ute braves claimed a victory on land, but the waters
of the lake swallowed up their families. It is said, even now, that
on many mornings, one can see spirits in the mists that rise from
the lake
If, by chance, you take the time to give us a howdy and a handshake, please understand we have rather well established personalities. Many of us locals have a deep friendship and watch each others backs, but most of us are here to help you experience the Spirit of Grand Lake. Crank up the snomobiles winter is almost over
Photo By: Scott & Jeannie Huff
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