Juanita Lake Campground
Juanita Lake campground offers 23 campsites 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. Site map located in photo stream above. Currently, there is non-potable water available for use.
The main campground offers 23 campsites with parking areas, picnic tables, campfire rings, grills, bear-proof trash cans, and vault toilets. All camp/tent areas have views of the lake. Two vehicles allowed per campsite including trailers.
Need to Know
Dogs on leash
No off-highway vehicle use in the campground
Fire wood: anything dead and down may be gathered for campfires (no chainsaws)
There is limited RV parking.
For more information call the Goosenest Ranger District at 530-398-4391 or visit the Klamath National Forest .
Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov .
This is bear country; all food must be properly stored in approved containers.
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.
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.
Contact Information
Mailing
GOOSENEST RANGER DISTRICT 37805 HWY 97 Macdoel CA 96058
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: (530) 398-4391
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From I-5 at Weed, CA travel northeast on State Hwy 97 approximately 35 miles to Ball Mtn Road. Turn west (left) on Ball Mtn Road and go approximately 4 miles to Forest Service Road 46N04. Turn right on 46N04 and continue to Juanita Lake and campground.
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.
Available Campsites
- Site 3, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 12, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 16, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 15, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 20, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 17, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 21, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 13, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 10, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 19, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 9, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 8, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 18, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 5, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 2, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 4, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 7, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 11, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 14, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 6, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 1, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 22, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
