About Ohaver Lake
Number of accommodations: 22
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Canoeing
Fishing
Hiking
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking
Pet friendly
Cooking and Fire
- Firewood Available
Parking and Transport
- Parking
Water Access
- Lake Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (334)
What Guests Are Saying
O'Haver Lake campground is praised for its beautiful scenery, well-maintained sites, and friendly camp hosts, making it a popular destination for families and outdoor activities like kayaking and fishing. However, some visitors report issues such as a lack of water, noisy generators, and overcrowding, especially during peak times, which can detract from the experience. Despite these concerns, many guests express a desire to return, citing the overall charm and appeal of the location.
What Guests Are Saying
O'Haver Lake campground is praised for its beautiful scenery, well-maintained sites, and friendly camp hosts, making it a popular destination for families and outdoor activities like kayaking and fishing. However, some visitors report issues such as a lack of water, noisy generators, and overcrowding, especially during peak times, which can detract from the experience. Despite these concerns, many guests express a desire to return, citing the overall charm and appeal of the location.
Review Summary
Laurie V
VerifiedAugust 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: OHAV
We loved this camp site. The hosts were friendly and available. Late was beautiful. Great hiking and biking. The town was so cute.
Laurie V
VerifiedAugust 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: OHAV
We loved this camp site. The hosts were friendly and available. Late was beautiful. Great hiking and biking. The town was so cute.
Michelle M
VerifiedAugust 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: OHAV
Campground was tidy & quiet, restrooms well tended. Lots of paddle board/kayak/fisherpeople - all enjoying the beautiful scenery and apparently well-stocked lake! Site #11 (near the dock) is fabulous - catches morning sun and the view of the lake is the perfect morning companion. We had quite a bit of rain showers during our 2 night stay and the pad never got muddy - good level gravel base.
Michelle M
VerifiedAugust 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: OHAV
Campground was tidy & quiet, restrooms well tended. Lots of paddle board/kayak/fisherpeople - all enjoying the beautiful scenery and apparently well-stocked lake! Site #11 (near the dock) is fabulous - catches morning sun and the view of the lake is the perfect morning companion. We had quite a bit of rain showers during our 2 night stay and the pad never got muddy - good level gravel base.
Michelle T
VerifiedJuly 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: OHAV
Wonderful campsite with amazing views.
Rachelle P
VerifiedJuly 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: OHAV
It is beautiful and peaceful area. Most camp sites are water front.
Michelle T
VerifiedJuly 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: OHAV
Wonderful campsite with amazing views.
Rachelle P
VerifiedJuly 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: OHAV
It is beautiful and peaceful area. Most camp sites are water front.
Valerie N
VerifiedJuly 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: OHAV
This campground is so pretty and just the right size. The camp host this summer (Ron) was so great, checking on us each day. The campsites were very clean, restrooms were super clean. We fished, floated, swam and just enjoyed Colorado. We hiked Starvation Creek Trail, in the area off cr 203 - nice trail but you can’t get to the trailhead without a sturdy, 4wheel drive vehicle (partial drive through water. We didn’t have and hiked to the trailhead.) the campground is a short drive from poncha springs.
Valerie N
VerifiedJuly 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: OHAV
This campground is so pretty and just the right size. The camp host this summer (Ron) was so great, checking on us each day. The campsites were very clean, restrooms were super clean. We fished, floated, swam and just enjoyed Colorado. We hiked Starvation Creek Trail, in the area off cr 203 - nice trail but you can’t get to the trailhead without a sturdy, 4wheel drive vehicle (partial drive through water. We didn’t have and hiked to the trailhead.) the campground is a short drive from poncha springs.
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
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.
- Double sites are not eligible for Senior or Access Pass discounts, this includes sites 11 and 12.
- Access road to campground has sharp curves; drive with caution
- This is a high elevation facility, please use caution when traveling from lower elevations. Thunderstorms are common; take extra precautions for lightning
- Be bear aware; keep all food and other attractants out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle when not in use.
- 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.
- No firearms or fireworks
- No RV hookups are available. No dumping wastewater.
- For more information on Pike and San Isabel National Forests, click here
- 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.
- Non-motorized watercraft only. Please be courteous to those who are fishing.
- 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.
- 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.
- Dogs must be LEASHED and CLEANUP after your pet. Do not leave dogs unattended in vehicles, RV’s or tents.
- Firewood is available for sale at host site for $10.00/bundle.
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