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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
Dwight D
VerifiedJuly 11, 2021 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: CHAL
The tent location for campsite 11 is located too close to the fire pit area for campsite 10.
Dwight D
VerifiedJuly 11, 2021 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: CHAL
The tent location for campsite 11 is located too close to the fire pit area for campsite 10.
Scott A
VerifiedJuly 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: CHAL
Randy is keeping this campground in very nice/clean shape. Very nice person to talk to about the surrounding area and sites to see.
Scott A
VerifiedJuly 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: CHAL
Randy is keeping this campground in very nice/clean shape. Very nice person to talk to about the surrounding area and sites to see.
Lisa B
VerifiedJune 25, 2021 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: CHAL
The host was very nice. Our campsite next to the river was the most beautiful campsite I have ever stayed at. We definitely will be coming back!
Lisa B
VerifiedJune 25, 2021 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: CHAL
The host was very nice. Our campsite next to the river was the most beautiful campsite I have ever stayed at. We definitely will be coming back!
Gavin E
VerifiedJune 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: CHAL
Beautiful area, but spots 3, 4 and 5 are really just a lined up parking lot. The camp host also allowed a 4th camper to squeeze in. It was very uncomfortable and not private AT ALL. We were already so crammed in, that it was very upsetting that the host would allow another camper in. Other than the awkward campsite, the bathrooms were clean and the creek that is by the campground is wonderful. Just don't choose these spots.
Gavin E
VerifiedJune 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: CHAL
Beautiful area, but spots 3, 4 and 5 are really just a lined up parking lot. The camp host also allowed a 4th camper to squeeze in. It was very uncomfortable and not private AT ALL. We were already so crammed in, that it was very upsetting that the host would allow another camper in. Other than the awkward campsite, the bathrooms were clean and the creek that is by the campground is wonderful. Just don't choose these spots.
Julie S
VerifiedJune 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: CHAL
Nestled in a pretty canyon. Small kid-friendly lake 100 yards up the road, short waterfall hike across the road. Clean with camp host who also had firewood for sale.
Julie S
VerifiedJune 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: CHAL
Nestled in a pretty canyon. Small kid-friendly lake 100 yards up the road, short waterfall hike across the road. Clean with camp host who also had firewood for sale.
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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