Juanita Lake Campground

GOOSENEST RANGER DISTRICT, 37805 HWY 97
Macdoel, CA 96058

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.

Visitors interested in cooling off will delight in a swim or simply wading and water-play from the shoreline.

Facilities

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.

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.

Camp site features

Across 22 camp sites:

Fire pit: all 22 sites

Fees

$15 per night, $20 for double site (#14)

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.

Reviews

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Sean G

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Reviewed a month ago

This is one of my favorite campgrounds. We were able to get my favorite spot, which is very close to the lake. Ducks came and visited us every day. Cell service is pretty much non existent, but we brought Starlink so we had ability to call and text. Very quiet this late in the season as well.

Jason V

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Reviewed a month ago

Nice campground, bathrooms need better attention.

Vernon S

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Juanita Lake is a beautiful area.

Jean E

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Beautiful, well kept campground .. kayaking, bike riding and just a lot relaxing..

Sean G

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Reviewed 2 months ago

This campground is one of my favorites. The only issue that I've ever encountered there is that open frame, contractor grade generators are allowed, so it can get loud. But when they all turn off, it's such a beautiful, quiet, serene place... I love fishing and hanging out.

Chris H

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Reviewed 2 months ago

There is no camp host, 3rd year in a row

Availability

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