Juniper Lake Campground

Facility · California ·

Managed by the National Park Service

Lassen Volcanic National Park (National Park) · Open Access

6,759 ft
Elevation
Juniper Lake Group Site
Photo: NPS Photo · Recreation.gov
The Juniper Lake Campground is located on the east shore of Juniper Lake via a 13-mile paved/gravel road. All single campsites are first-come, first-served only. Reservations are required for the two group sites and one stock corral. Drinking water is not available.

Getting there

From the town of Chester on Highway 36 East, look for signs to Drakesbad and Juniper Lake. At the Chester Fire Station, turn onto Feather River Drive. After about a half mile, bear right and follow signs to Juniper Lake. The last 6 miles is rough dirt road not suitable for buses, motor homes, or trailers.

40.45104, -121.29802 · 40°27'3.8"N 121°17'52.9"W

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Typical weather

Typically 86°F in Jul, down to 41°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F424651576777868579665141
Low °F222326303743484641332622
Precip in6.25.15.52.51.90.80.40.10.31.73.36.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 10.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Campground Map
Photo: NPS Map · Recreation.gov
Evening at Juniper Lake Campground
Photo: NPS Photo / Larry Leigh · Recreation.gov

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Common questions about Juniper Lake Campground

Can you reserve a site at Juniper Lake Campground?
No. Juniper Lake Campground is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Juniper Lake Campground

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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