Juniper Lake Campground

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.

DESCRIPTION

Juniper Lake Campground will remain closed in 2024 for 2021 Dixie Fire recovery. 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.

RESERVABLE CAMP SPOTS:

3

FIRST COME FIRST SERVED:

18

WEATHER INFO

The park receives very little precipitation between July and September. Snow can linger on peaks into July and August, although the campground is usually snow-free by late-June. Juniper Lake Campground is located at 6,792 feet elevation. High temperatures range from 64 to 80°F and lows range from 25 to 35°F.

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RESERVATIONS INFO

All single sites are first-come, first-served only. Group sites and the stock corral are reservation-only.