About Ohaver Lake
Number of accommodations: 22
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Reviews (167)
What Guests Are Saying
O'Haver Lake offers a beautiful and peaceful camping experience with stunning scenery and well-maintained sites, making it a popular destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Camp hosts receive high praise for their friendliness and cleanliness, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. However, issues such as limited water availability, noisy generators, and overcrowding during peak times detract from the experience, suggesting the need for improved management and facilities.
What Guests Are Saying
O'Haver Lake offers a beautiful and peaceful camping experience with stunning scenery and well-maintained sites, making it a popular destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Camp hosts receive high praise for their friendliness and cleanliness, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. However, issues such as limited water availability, noisy generators, and overcrowding during peak times detract from the experience, suggesting the need for improved management and facilities.
Review Summary
Max W
VerifiedJune 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: OHAV
Great little lake with lots to do at the lake and surrounding area. Fishing for stockers is excellent. Host were awesome !
Marcie G
VerifiedJune 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: OHAV
O’Haver Lake is a beautiful little campground with a nice, trout stocked little lake. Our site was #16 and it was great, perfect for our small troop of four Boy Scouts and three leaders. We were disappointed that the water wasn’t on yet for our stay and no mention of that was on the website. Fortunately, you can load water for free down at the visitor center in Poncha Springs. We hauled up to 5 gallon containers pretty much daily, and that worked out fine. The campground hosts were delightful and very attentive. My only complaint would be that the mountain road leading up to the campground is in need of repair. There were many, many deep dips and holes to drive around in through. We were only driving cars up to the campground. I honestly don’t know how those trailers navigated the road without damage! All in all, it was a delightful weeklong stay. I highly recommend this campground, just be sure to be aware of the challenges getting up the hill.
Laura N
VerifiedJune 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: OHAV
Beautiful lake - very small but beautiful and full of fish! We went the first of May and had one beautiful, warm day. I will likely plan the next trip a little later in the season. Enjoy!
Ronald C
VerifiedJune 10, 2022 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: OHAV
We loved this campground and lake! Nice clean water with beautiful hills and mountains in the background. This small lake is perfect for paddle boarding, kayaking, and fishing without the loud sounds of big boat motors. You can also swim here unlike most lakes in Colorado. Camp hosts, Renee and Ron, were awesome. We camped at site 12 at the western end and they routinely checked up on us to ensure our needs were met. They gave us a parking pass to use at other locations in the area and some free night crawler bait for fishing. Clean organized campground with pristine vault toilets. My family and I really enjoyed the experience. We will definitely return in the future.
David R
VerifiedJune 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: OHAV
One of our favorite places. Camp hosts are awesome
suzanne f
VerifiedOctober 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: OHAV
This is our group's favorite campground. The camp hosts are wonderful and really keep the place clean and under control.
Gheda G
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: OHAV
Great location - beautiful lake - almost no bugs. A bit crowded but pretty quiet in the evenings.
A Lynn C
VerifiedSeptember 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: OHAV
Such a beautiful spot! I was lakeside and it was lovely in every way.
Diane C
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: OHAV
Great place. Clean. Well kept.
christine e
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: OHAV
This is one of my favorite places to camp in Colorado with younger kids! Very easy access to paddle board and there were so many fish to catch!
Location Ohaver Lake
Address:
Salida Ranger District Office
Salida, CO, 81201
United States
From Salida, Colorado: Travel west on Highway 50 to Poncha Springs. Turn south on Hwy 285 and travel for 5 miles. Turn right onto County Road 200 and continue for 2.3 miles. Turn west on County Road 202 and proceed 2.5 miles.
Latitude & Longitude: 38.4278 / -106.143
Elevation: 2806 feet
Policies & Rules
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| General |
The water system is closed at this campground. No water available. Please bring all water necessary for the duration of your stay.If you are coming with an RV or Travel trailer, please make sure that your water tank is full of fresh water. Thank you for your cooperation. |
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Double sites are not eligible for Senior or Access Pass discounts, this includes sites 11 and 12. |
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Access road to campground has sharp curves; drive with caution |
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This is a high elevation facility, please use caution when traveling from lower elevations. Thunderstorms are common; take extra precautions for lightning |
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Be bear aware; keep all food and other attractants out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle when not in use. |
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Maximum 8 persons per site: (2) tents (must be on tent pad or parking pad) and (2) vehicles or (1) RV and (1) vehicle per site is included in the camping fee. Vehicles must fit on parking spur. Parking is limited; a $10.00 fee will be charged for extra vehicles. |
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No firearms or fireworks |
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No RV hookups are available. No dumping wastewater. |
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For more information on Pike and San Isabel National Forests, click here |
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Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org. |
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Non-motorized watercraft only. Please be courteous to those who are fishing. |
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If reservations are not available, some campsites are first come-first served, also called "Walk-up" sites. First-come, first-served sites must be occupied the SAME NIGHT they are paid for. These sites usually fill Friday evenings and through the weekends. Due to the remote nature of campgrounds, calling to check availability prior to arrival is not possible. |
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Campers who are unable to find a campsite at this facility may disperse, primitive camp in the area near Poncha Creek, Silver Creek and off the Marshal Pass road. Practice leave-no-trace (www.lnt.org) camping principles when dispersed camping. |
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Dogs must be LEASHED and CLEANUP after your pet. Do not leave dogs unattended in vehicles, RV’s or tents. |
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Firewood is available for sale at host site for $10.00/bundle. |
