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Reviews (192)
What Guests Are Saying
Chalk Lake Campground is praised for its beautiful scenery, friendly hosts, and well-maintained facilities, making it a favorite among campers. Many visitors appreciate the spacious campsites, especially those near the creek and lake, as well as the access to hiking trails. While some sites are close together, which may affect privacy, the overall experience, including clean bathrooms and the stunning views, leaves guests eager to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Chalk Lake Campground is praised for its beautiful scenery, friendly hosts, and well-maintained facilities, making it a favorite among campers. Many visitors appreciate the spacious campsites, especially those near the creek and lake, as well as the access to hiking trails. While some sites are close together, which may affect privacy, the overall experience, including clean bathrooms and the stunning views, leaves guests eager to return.
Review Summary
Theresa S
VerifiedJune 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: CHAL
We had a wonderful time. We were a little concerned about how the campsites were set up for campers but luckly no one wanted number 4.
Theresa S
VerifiedJune 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: CHAL
We had a wonderful time. We were a little concerned about how the campsites were set up for campers but luckly no one wanted number 4.
Bill K
VerifiedJune 14, 2022 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: CHAL
I went camping to chalk Lake with two other couples. We loved the campground and the beauty of being between the two fourteeners that one of the couples and myself stayed an additional night. We went 2 Saint Elmo and enjoyed going through the old country store. It was so nice having the large Creek flowing along the campground. Randy the camp host was very friendly. We love camping there so much that we want to go back two to three times every camping season.
Bill K
VerifiedJune 14, 2022 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: CHAL
I went camping to chalk Lake with two other couples. We loved the campground and the beauty of being between the two fourteeners that one of the couples and myself stayed an additional night. We went 2 Saint Elmo and enjoyed going through the old country store. It was so nice having the large Creek flowing along the campground. Randy the camp host was very friendly. We love camping there so much that we want to go back two to three times every camping season.
Pam B
VerifiedOctober 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: CHAL
Well kept, nice host, clean restrooms.
Pam B
VerifiedOctober 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: CHAL
Well kept, nice host, clean restrooms.
Dwight D
VerifiedSeptember 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: CHAL
Bathrooms stink and are full of flies. Disgusting.
Dwight D
VerifiedSeptember 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: CHAL
Bathrooms stink and are full of flies. Disgusting.
Kimberly S
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: CHAL
The campground is well maintained, and located in a beautiful area. We had site 11, which is very close to the creek. The sound was very relaxing. The host was helpful and friendly. We will definitely be back!
Kimberly S
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: CHAL
The campground is well maintained, and located in a beautiful area. We had site 11, which is very close to the creek. The sound was very relaxing. The host was helpful and friendly. We will definitely be back!
Location & Directions for Chalk Lake
Salida Ranger District, Salida, CO 81201 United States
Elevation: 2,669 ft
Getting There
From Buena Vista, Colorado, take Highway 285 south to Nathrop. Turn west on County Road 162 and travel 8 mi to the campground.
Highway access
Chalk Lake Camp is accessible via Highway 285, which is approximately 8 miles from the campground when traveling from Nathrop.
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Last updated: October 20, 2026
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