About Chalk Lake
Number of accommodations: 11
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Fishing
Hiking
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water Access
- Lake Access
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Reviews (170)
What Guests Are Saying
Chalk Lake Campground offers excellent access to a lake, river, and numerous hiking trails, making it ideal for families and group camping. Camp host Randy receives high praise for his friendliness and helpfulness, contributing to the campground's clean and well-maintained environment. While some sites are close together and lack shade, the stunning views, tranquil sounds of the creek, and proximity to local attractions enhance the overall experience for visitors.
What Guests Are Saying
Chalk Lake Campground offers excellent access to a lake, river, and numerous hiking trails, making it ideal for families and group camping. Camp host Randy receives high praise for his friendliness and helpfulness, contributing to the campground's clean and well-maintained environment. While some sites are close together and lack shade, the stunning views, tranquil sounds of the creek, and proximity to local attractions enhance the overall experience for visitors.
Review Summary
John E
VerifiedOctober 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: CHAL
Great access to a lake, river and several hiking trails.
John E
VerifiedOctober 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: CHAL
Great access to a lake, river and several hiking trails.
Randi P
VerifiedOctober 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: CHAL
I love this little campground. I had a perfect view of the waterfall from my bed in my van. Nice hike up to it right across the road-walked from my campsite. Amazing views and sound of the running water nearby. Last year my campsite was right ALONG the river/stream.
Randi P
VerifiedOctober 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: CHAL
I love this little campground. I had a perfect view of the waterfall from my bed in my van. Nice hike up to it right across the road-walked from my campsite. Amazing views and sound of the running water nearby. Last year my campsite was right ALONG the river/stream.
Judith S
VerifiedAugust 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: CHAL
The campground is best for group camping, since many sites are right next to each other. Great for families with the creeks and small lake to explore.
Judith S
VerifiedAugust 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: CHAL
The campground is best for group camping, since many sites are right next to each other. Great for families with the creeks and small lake to explore.
Dwight D
VerifiedAugust 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: CHAL
Great campground host Randy.
Whoever laid out the campsites obviously had never camped in their lives or didn’t visit the campsite location.
Dwight D
VerifiedAugust 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: CHAL
Great campground host Randy.
Whoever laid out the campsites obviously had never camped in their lives or didn’t visit the campsite location.
John S
VerifiedAugust 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: CHAL
Enjoyed our stay. They posted: beware of bears! Lock up your food! But only 1/2 of the campsites have bear boxes (Ours didn't)
John S
VerifiedAugust 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: CHAL
Enjoyed our stay. They posted: beware of bears! Lock up your food! But only 1/2 of the campsites have bear boxes (Ours didn't)
Location Chalk Lake
Address:
Salida Ranger District
Salida, CO, 81201
United States
From Buena Vista, Colorado, take Highway 285 south to Nathrop. Turn west on County Road 162 and travel 8 miles to the campground.
Chalk Lake Camp is accessible via Highway 285, which is approximately 8 miles from the campground when traveling from Nathrop.
Latitude & Longitude: 38.7128 / -106.234
Elevation: 2669 feet
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
