Juniper Lake Campground campground
Juniper Lake Campground
The campground is close to several points of interest, such as the Lassen Volcanic National Park Visitor Center, which offers information and educational exhibits about the park's history, geology, and wildlife. Visitors can also hike to Mount Harkness for panoramic views of the park, or go fishing in the nearby lakes and streams.
The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. There are no showers or hookups available, and drinking water is only available seasonally.
One interesting fact about the area is that Juniper Lake is one of the few remaining naturally occurring trout fisheries in California. It is also home to a variety of wildlife, including black bears, coyotes, and mountain lions.
The best time of year to visit the Juniper Lake Campground is from June to September, when the weather is warm and dry. Average temperatures during this time range from 70-80°F during the day, and 40-50°F at night. It is important to note that the campground is only accessible by a narrow and winding dirt road, which may be difficult for larger vehicles or trailers to navigate.
What's on-site at Juniper Lake Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Juniper Lake Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juniper Lake - Lassen Volcanic National Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Benner Creek | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Warner Valley - Lassen Volcanic National Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Warner Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Warner Valley Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Juniper Lake Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Hat C Nr Hat Creek Ca | 195 cfs | → |
| Spanish C Ab Blackhawk C At Keddie Ca | 128 cfs | → |
| Pit R Bl Pit No 1 Ph Nr Fall River Mills Ca | 1,220 cfs | → |
| Spanish C A Quincy Ca | 61 cfs | → |
| Burney C A Burney Falls Nr Burney Ca | 168 cfs | → |
| Battle C Bl Coleman Fish Hatchery Nr Cottonwood Ca | 405 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Juniper Lake Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Harkness Flat Near Chester 8nnw | 0.0 in | -216.0 in | → |
| Blacks Mountain #1 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Susanville 3.2 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Caribou
- Lassen Volcanic National Park
- Wilderness Lassen Volcanic
- Chester Park
- Cedar Drive
- Wilderness Thousand Lakes
Boat launches
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Terminal Geyser
- Boiling Springs Lake
- Devil's Kitchen
- Almanor Overlook
- Bumpass Hell
- Road Summit 8,511 Ft
Paddle runs
- Lassen Np Boundary To Just Below Highway 36 Crossing
- Just Below Highway 36 Crossing To One-Half Mile Downstream From Hole-In-The-Ground
- One-Half Mile Downstream From Hole-In-The-Ground To Sec Line Between 29/20 T28n, R3e, Below Big Bend
- Elam Creek Campground To Deer Creek-Highway 32 Junction
- South Fork Battle Creek
- Deer Creek-Highway 32 Junction To Sec 26, T27n, R3e, West Of Deer Creek Crossing
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Juniper Lake Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Juniper Lake Campground
Can I make reservations at Juniper Lake Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Juniper Lake Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Juniper Lake Campground.