Juanita Lake Group Campsite
Campground · California · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Klamath National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- 25 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 50
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 5,109 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Juanita Lake campground offers a group campsite adjacent to Juanita Lake on the Klamath National Forest. The lake offers a unique combination of recreation opportunities including many water-based activities like fishing and swimming. Currently, there is non-potable water available for use.
Recreation
The 55 acre Juanita Lake is excellent for small rowboats, rafts, and canoes. There is a paved boat launch ramp, a dock in the summer, and fish cleaning station. No motors are permitted on the lake. The lake is regularly stocked with trout and has a bass and catfish population.Those wanting to explore will enjoy the 1.5 mile paved, barrier free trail that circles the lake with two fishing jetties for easy lake access. For the more ambitious hiker, there is a 6 mile hike with a 2,700 foot elevation gain climbing up to Ball Mountain Lookout.
Visitors interested in cooling off will delight in a swim or simply wading and water-play from the shoreline.
Facilities
The group site is located next to Juanita Lake in a private location away from the main campground. There are four parking areas that can accommodate approximately 15 vehicles. The site offers drinking water (two spigots), eight picnic tables, a large group campfire ring, four pedestal grills, eight lantern hangers, five bear-proof trash cans and two vault toilets. All camp/tent areas have views of the lake. There is limited RV parking at the group site. This site is more suited for non-RV group use.Natural Features
The partially shaded campground sits at an altitude of 5,130 feet and is located on the shores of Juanita Lake surrounded by a ponderosa pine forest. The lake is a favorite bird watching area with bald eagles and osprey regularly fishing the lake. Sit among the pines and fish or watch a diverse array of wildlife that uses the area.Nearby Attractions
The Butte Valley Wildlife Area is within four miles.The facts
- 1 bookable site
- 1 accessible site
- Vehicles up to 25 ft
- Up to 50 people per site
- Loops: Group
Site types
- 1 Group Standard Area Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.
1 campsite at Juanita Lake Group Campsite
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group | Group | Group Standard Area Nonelectric | Parallel | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | 25 ft | 50 | ♿ 🐾 |
Getting there
From the north, traveling south on Hwy 97, turn west (right) approximately 3.8 miles south of the town of Macdoel on the Ball Mtn. Road. Travel approximately 4 miles to Forest Service Road 46N04. Turn right on 46N04 and continue to Juanita Lake and campground.
41.81552, -122.12339 · 41°48'55.9"N 122°7'24.2"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 1.4 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.1 | 1.4 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 1.0 | 1.5 | 2.0 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 14.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Juanita Lake Group Campsite
- Can you reserve a site at Juanita Lake Group Campsite?
- Yes, Juanita Lake Group Campsite is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Juanita Lake Group Campsite have?
- 1 site.
- What is the maximum RV length at Juanita Lake Group Campsite?
- 25 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Juanita Lake Group Campsite?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Juanita Lake Group Campsite.
- Are campfires allowed at Juanita Lake Group Campsite?
- Campfires are allowed at Juanita Lake Group Campsite. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
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Contact
- Phone 530- 398-4391
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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