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Sagebrush BBQ & Grill

Grand Lake, Colorado · Trail Ridge Road

Why stop here: Sagebrush BBQ & Grill is a $$ bbq pick in Grand Lake for Trail Ridge Road travelers. Order Smoked ribs.

CuisineBBQ
Price$$
TownGrand Lake
NearTrail Ridge Road

A Grand Lake barbecue stop for the west side of Trail Ridge Road and a good group option after the alpine crossing.

What to order

Smoked ribs

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Updated 2026-07-01. Restaurant hours, menus, and reservation policies change — confirm before you go.

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