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
Elizabeth T
VerifiedJuly 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: CHAL
Beautiful campground!! Definitely a 10/10. The host, Randy, is fantastic. Cleanest bathrooms ever! Loved it.
Elizabeth T
VerifiedJuly 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: CHAL
Beautiful campground!! Definitely a 10/10. The host, Randy, is fantastic. Cleanest bathrooms ever! Loved it.
zachary t
VerifiedJune 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: CHAL
Great location, lovely bubbling creek side. Host was super helpful. Will be going back!
zachary t
VerifiedJune 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: CHAL
Great location, lovely bubbling creek side. Host was super helpful. Will be going back!
Steve C
VerifiedJune 12, 2023 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: CHAL
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Steve C
VerifiedJune 12, 2023 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: CHAL
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John G
VerifiedJune 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: CHAL
Great campground…can’t beat views, solitude and sounds of chalk Creek. Campground was clean and well maintained including vaults toilets! Campground host Randy, was friendly and helpful!!
John G
VerifiedJune 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: CHAL
Great campground…can’t beat views, solitude and sounds of chalk Creek. Campground was clean and well maintained including vaults toilets! Campground host Randy, was friendly and helpful!!
Charles p
VerifiedJune 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: CHAL
Jerry, the camp host is the best!
Jon T
VerifiedJune 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: CHAL
Gorgeous and well appointed campsite. Close to many activities including hiking at Browns Creek.
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
