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
Ken J
VerifiedJuly 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: CHAL
Nice location in scenic valley. Excellent campground Host
Ken J
VerifiedJuly 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: CHAL
Nice location in scenic valley. Excellent campground Host
Alisha R
VerifiedJune 22, 2020 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: CHAL
Amazing views. Small campground. Good access to fishing and fun.
Alisha R
VerifiedJune 22, 2020 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: CHAL
Amazing views. Small campground. Good access to fishing and fun.
Brian E
VerifiedJune 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: CHAL
Host was very nice and helpful.....good location
Brian E
VerifiedJune 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: CHAL
Host was very nice and helpful.....good location
David H
VerifiedJanuary 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: CHAL
Site 10 was a great spot to camp. Fairly close to site 11, so for larger groups these would be two good sites. The creek was high, but there's a shallow side flow near sites 9-10 that the kids could enjoy.
David H
VerifiedJanuary 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: CHAL
Site 10 was a great spot to camp. Fairly close to site 11, so for larger groups these would be two good sites. The creek was high, but there's a shallow side flow near sites 9-10 that the kids could enjoy.
Holly F
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: CHAL
We love this campground, it has great views, we can listen to the river all night long, our kids can play in the small tributaries, and we can walk to the Chalk Lake.
Holly F
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: CHAL
We love this campground, it has great views, we can listen to the river all night long, our kids can play in the small tributaries, and we can walk to the Chalk Lake.
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
