Map & Directions
Explore Shadowcliff's elevated sanctuary, surrounded by nature's breathtaking vistas.
Shadowcliff’s Site
Much of Shadowcliff’s beautiful site sits on a high outcropping overlooking Grand Lake with distant views of the Gore Range to the south. Turn around and gaze up North Inlet into Rocky Mountain National Park. We’re less than half a mile from two trailheads into RMNP, and a short drive to a third. The heart of the town is about a half mile walk downhill. (Just remember, you’ll have to walk back uphill!)
Take a walk around the site on the Bob Mann and Judith Christy Laws of Nature Interpretive Trail. Go down to the end of our road where our property borders the North Inlet stream tumbling by. Walk up to the point, a signature spot on our campus where you might want to stop and sit quietly, basking in the beauty of the environment or enjoying a dramatic sunset.
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Getting to Shadowcliff
Driving From Denver/I-70
From Denver, take I-70 west and exit at Hwy 40 towards Winter Park. This route goes over Berthoud Pass (11,306’). Just west of Granby, take a right on US Hwy 34 towards Rocky Mountain National Park.
If you prefer to avoid Berthoud Pass or are coming from the west, you can exit instead at Hwy 9 by Silverthorne/Dillon. If using this route, go north on Hwy 9 towards Kremmling, take a right on Hwy 40, a left on US Hwy 34 just west of Granby.
Grand Lake is 15 miles from Granby. Just after the Conoco Station, take a right towards W Portal Rd. As you drive into Grand Lake, stay left on West Portal Road for appx. 1 mile. Turn left up Country Road 663. You’ll see a sign at the bottom of the hill for Shadowcliff Mountain Lodge. Shadowcliff’s entrance will be on the right side of CO Rd 663.
Driving from Estes Park
Both Hwy 34 and Hwy 36 west will take you through Rocky Mountain National Park (passes and timed entry permits may be required! Visit nps.gov/romo for more info), and converge just east of the Park entrance. Hwy 34 is the only paved road through the Park and is known as Trail Ridge Road. This is a stunning drive, but expect heavy and slow traffic during peak times. This route also takes you by the Alpine Visitor Center, situated at 11,796’. Above the treeline, there are steep drop-offs beyond the road, few guardrails, and the weather can change quickly. The road is open seasonally, usually from the end of May through September, but can be closed with little notice. Be alert and check road conditions ahead of time.Â
After exiting the west entrance of the Park (by Kawuneeche Visitor Center), it’s about 1 mile to the turn off into Grand Lake towards W Portal Rd. As you drive into Grand Lake, stay left on West Portal Road for appx. 1 mile. Turn left up Country Road 663. You’ll see a sign at the bottom of the hill for Shadowcliff Mountain Lodge. Shadowcliff’s entrance will be on the right side of CO Rd 663.
About Grand Lake
Grand Lake, the western gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, is a delightful, historic town with a 4-block board walk shopping district. The beach area provides a place for kids to play and adults to relax. Boats can be rented. And of course, there is hiking, with three trailheads into RMNP starting in Grand Lake. If you’ve already experienced Grand Lake, you know how wonderful it is. If this is your first visit, you’ll probably be back!
The Laws of Nature Trail
