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Jones Beach Picnic and River Access

Nice day use area with a small beach along the Scott River. Popular for swimming, water play and fishing.

**Effective October 23 - no water or trash service is available for the winter season.**

General Information

A current California Campfire Permit is required to use a camp stove, barbecue or have a campfire. Local fire restrictions supersede the campfire permit. Inquire at the Ranger Station before having a fire.

This area restricted to day use only. No overnight camping or parking. Water and garbage service are not provided. Bring enough water for drinking, cooking and washing as well as extra water to drown campfires each day. Please take all trash, garbage, fish guts and dog droppings with you when you leave. Dogs on leash only.

No fee

The Scott River is a designated Wild and Scenic Rivers. There are numerous rapids, cascades and waterfalls along this river. The difficulty of the rapids changes with the seasons, the water levels and flow rates. Boaters and rafters should research the river thoroughly before attempting to navigate on their own. For a list of outfitters and guides permitted by the US Forest Service to operate on the Klamath National Forest click here.

Getting There

Directions

From Fort Jones travel 13 miles northwest on road 7F01/Scott River Road to the picnic site on the right.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restroom information is not currently available for this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Last updated June 3rd, 2025