About Juanita Lake Campground
Number of accommodations: 22
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (46)
What Guests Are Saying
Juanita Lake Campground is a beautiful, serene spot perfect for family gatherings and outdoor activities like kayaking and fishing. Many campers appreciate the spacious, well-kept sites and stunning scenery, although some have noted issues with the lack of potable water and campground oversight. While the road to the campground can be challenging and insect presence can be bothersome, overall, visitors enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and plan to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Juanita Lake Campground is a beautiful, serene spot perfect for family gatherings and outdoor activities like kayaking and fishing. Many campers appreciate the spacious, well-kept sites and stunning scenery, although some have noted issues with the lack of potable water and campground oversight. While the road to the campground can be challenging and insect presence can be bothersome, overall, visitors enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and plan to return.
Review Summary
Mary C
VerifiedJuly 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 5, Loop: A
Need sign at beginning of road , “reservations needed “ esp since it changed from last year and there is no cell service at camp ground
Daniel W
VerifiedJuly 20, 2023 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: A
Camp host was awesome! Beautiful lake. Adequate amenities.
Howard S
VerifiedJuly 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 8, Loop: A
Nice campground with large mostly private sites.
George M
VerifiedJuly 12, 2023 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: A
I like the reservation only approach as it tends to eliminate people just driving through campgrounds (over & over) looking for an open spot. This specific location has a small number of campsites which helps to keep things more peaceful. However, during the day, there was heavy Day Use while I was there. Piped water at the campground was flowing, with no signs that you shouldn't use it. Not good to depend solely on emails/etc.
Gary H
VerifiedJune 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: A
Such a beautiful location. I was pretty surprised at how nice it was. Nice fishing access at various locations and a great paved path all around the lake. Firepits, tables, and paved vehicle parking at each spot. Pit toilets get a 2 rating though - smelled really bad, though they were fairly clean.
Tom C
VerifiedJune 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: A
While there were some problems with there being No water,and having to haul water from the lake to our camp site,the overall experience for 12 days was amazing. Mark the camp host did an excellent job despite problems with the reservation only system that was in place this season. Despite having reservations,we were locked out of the camp ground due to a communication problem between the forest service and the camp host. The problem was remedied in about an hour after having to drive down the mountain to call the forest service office. The camp host did a great job making everyone feel welcome,keeping the sites and restrooms cleaned. Only problem was that the host had no idea who actually had a reservation and who didn't until the 28th of May. Better communication between the forest service and camp host would make it easier on everyone and prevent unnecessary disputes over sites as this reservation only system is not very popular with locals who are used to coming up on a first come,first serve basis. We love walking around the lake,the fishing and taking the grandchildren swimming in the lake,and just walking the paved campground area meeting other campers. Looking forward to our next trip,reservations and campfire permits in hand.
Location Juanita Lake Campground
Address:
Goosenest Ranger District
Macdoel, CA, 96058
United States
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 41.8174 / -122.124
Elevation: 1566 feet
Policies & Rules
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Dogs on leash |
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No off-highway vehicle use in the campground |
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Fire wood: anything dead and down may be gathered for campfires (no chainsaws) |
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There is limited RV parking. |
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For more information call the Goosenest Ranger District at 530-398-4391 or visit the Klamath National Forest . |
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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 . |
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This is bear country; all food must be properly stored in approved containers. |
