Juanita Lake Campground

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Klamath National Forest

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Klamath National Forest Fees: $15 per night, $20 for double site (#14) Reservations: The popular Juanita Lake Campground located within the Goosenest Ranger District of Klamath National Forest is a reservation only system through www.recreation.gov or by phone 1-877-444-6777. Overview 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. 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.… Getting there: 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… Rules: Dogs on leash only. Camping limit 14 days. No motorized boats (gas or electric) allowed on the lake. No bicycles on trail. No ATV use in campground. Phone: (530) 398-4391 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10236806 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: USFS, Photo by Yoko Hendrix