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Chalk Lake

Campsite near creek surrounded by trees
Campsite in trees with tents, fire pit and picnic table
Campsite near creek surrounded by trees
Campsite with Chalk Cliffs in background
Campsite with small camp trailer with trees in background

About Chalk Lake

Chalk Lake Campground is located in beautiful Chaffee County, Colorado. This popular facility sits near Chalk Lake and is within 4 miles of a private hot springs resort, making it an ideal location for rest and relaxation. "First come, first served" does not necessarily mean that the site will be available when you get there. Someone may get there before you. This is a popular campground and is normally full starting on Friday, sometimes as early as Thursday, so plan accordingly.

Number of accommodations: 11

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Fishing

Hiking

Swimming

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 22 to Sep 19

Campground Amenities

Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

11 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: CHAL
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: CHAL
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: CHAL
No Hookups
Price not available
011, Loop: CHAL
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
012, Loop: CHAL
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
013, Loop: CHAL
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: CHAL
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: CHAL
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: CHAL
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: CHAL
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: CHAL
No Hookups
Price not available

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.

Review Summary

4.5
170 reviews
5
72.9%
124
4
16.5%
28
3
5.9%
10
2
1.2%
2
1
3.5%
6

Katie H

Verified

June 7, 2025 Stayed at: 016, Loop: CHAL

5

Very clean campground with awsome views. We stayed in campsite 16 has plenty of room. Next to road but has very little traffic. We like site 16 because not next other campsites and had the best panoramic views.

Katie H

Verified

June 7, 2025 Stayed at: 016, Loop: CHAL

5

Very clean campground with awsome views. We stayed in campsite 16 has plenty of room. Next to road but has very little traffic. We like site 16 because not next other campsites and had the best panoramic views.

Leo B

Verified

September 4, 2024 Stayed at: 018, Loop: CHAL

5

Great location and Randy the camp host is the friendliest and helpful person you will ever encounter camping.

Leo B

Verified

September 4, 2024 Stayed at: 018, Loop: CHAL

5

Great location and Randy the camp host is the friendliest and helpful person you will ever encounter camping.

Evan H

Verified

August 21, 2024 Stayed at: 015, Loop: CHAL

5

Fantastic campground. Close proximity to the creek so you can hear running water all night. Walking distance to multiple trails, including a waterfall. Very clean and well taken care of. Will absolutely come back again.

Evan H

Verified

August 21, 2024 Stayed at: 015, Loop: CHAL

5

Fantastic campground. Close proximity to the creek so you can hear running water all night. Walking distance to multiple trails, including a waterfall. Very clean and well taken care of. Will absolutely come back again.

Jenny S

Verified

August 4, 2024 Stayed at: 017, Loop: CHAL

4

This site has a great view of the mountains and is well spaced from other sites but across the road from the toilets. Unfortunately it has ZERO shade (nor does site 17 where our friends stayed) and it was quite hot in July. Fortunately the camp host was able to relocate us after a night to sites 14 and 12, which were dreamy—next to the creek with rapids and shade! Site 14 is at the end so it’s also more private. But the campground is clean and quiet with immaculate toilets and a superb host who makes you feel like a friend.

Jenny S

Verified

August 4, 2024 Stayed at: 017, Loop: CHAL

4

This site has a great view of the mountains and is well spaced from other sites but across the road from the toilets. Unfortunately it has ZERO shade (nor does site 17 where our friends stayed) and it was quite hot in July. Fortunately the camp host was able to relocate us after a night to sites 14 and 12, which were dreamy—next to the creek with rapids and shade! Site 14 is at the end so it’s also more private. But the campground is clean and quiet with immaculate toilets and a superb host who makes you feel like a friend.

Valerie N

Verified

August 2, 2024 Stayed at: 010, Loop: CHAL

5

We LOVED this campground! The views are incredible, the campground is surrounded by 14-ers. There is a great short hike right across from the campground. We also spent a few hours at Mount Princeton Hot Springs and rode horses and Mount Princeton stables just down the road. We were at campsite 10 which shares with 9 but the site is so huge it's no big deal and it is right by the river. You cannot beat sleeping to a babbling mountain stream. Camp host was awesome and vault toilets super clean. You cannot hear the road from the creekside sites but I think you might hear it some on other sites closer to the road but there's not too much traffic, really, anyway. We were sad to leave but then went over to Collegiate Peaks which was completely different and just as nice. Thank you!

Valerie N

Verified

August 2, 2024 Stayed at: 010, Loop: CHAL

5

We LOVED this campground! The views are incredible, the campground is surrounded by 14-ers. There is a great short hike right across from the campground. We also spent a few hours at Mount Princeton Hot Springs and rode horses and Mount Princeton stables just down the road. We were at campsite 10 which shares with 9 but the site is so huge it's no big deal and it is right by the river. You cannot beat sleeping to a babbling mountain stream. Camp host was awesome and vault toilets super clean. You cannot hear the road from the creekside sites but I think you might hear it some on other sites closer to the road but there's not too much traffic, really, anyway. We were sad to leave but then went over to Collegiate Peaks which was completely different and just as nice. Thank you!

Location Chalk Lake

Address:
Salida Ranger District
Salida, CO, 81201
United States

Highway access

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

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