Recreation area

Chalk Lake Fishing Site

PSICC · Colorado — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Chalk Lake is a small lake, about 12 acres in size. The lake is regularly stocked for fishing.

Getting there

From Buena Vista, Colorado, travel south for 7 miles on Highway 285 to County Road 162. Turn right on CR 162 and travel west passing the Mt. Princeton Hot Springs resort (private) for 8 miles. The lake is located about .10 miles past the entrance to the campground.

Activities

  • FISHING
  • PICNICKING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.