Juanita Lake Boating Site
Area Status: Open
Juanita Lake has a paved boat launch ramp and dock in summer. No motors (gas or electric) are allowed on the lake, however, its size makes it excellent for small rowboats, rafts or canoes. A fish cleaning station and fishing interpretive panels are nearby.
Fish Your National Forests: This site can be accessed by Passenger Car; Fish available include: Trout, Bass; Types of fishing available include: Shore, Non-motorized boat, Float tube, Fly, Spin, Bait; Boat Launch available
At a Glance
Fees: | No fee for boat launching |
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Usage: | Light |
Restrictions: | Dogs on leash only. No motors (gas or electric) on boats |
Closest Towns: | Macdoel |
Water: | Drinking Water |
Restroom: | Vault |
Operated By: | US Forest Service |
General Information
Directions: From I-5 at Weed, CA travel northeast on State Hwy 97 approx 35 miles Ball Mtn Road. Turn west (left) on Ball Mtn Road approx 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 approx 4 miles to Forest Service Road 46N04. Turn right on 46N04 and continue to Juanita Lake and Campground.Activities
Lake and Pond Fishing
Juanita Lake offers a unique combination of recreation opportunities. Camp here and fish here. There is a paved boat launch ramp and a dock in the summer. No motors are permitted on the lake. The 55 acre lake is regularly stocked with trout and has a bass and catfish population. There is a 1.5 mile paved, barrier free trail that circles the lake with 2 fishing jetties for easy access to the lake.Fishing Platform | Yes |
Cleaning Station | Yes, by the boat ramp |
Accessible Platform | Yes |
Water Temperature | cold |
Water/Flow Level | Lake level remains fairly constant all season. Water temperature stays very cold all summer. |
Difficulty Level: | Easy to Intermediate |
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Ice Fishing
Ice fishing is possible in mid-winter when the ice is a safe thickness (4 inches or more) to walk on. Access to the lake is mainly by snowmobile, cross country skis or snowshoes. There is an 11.75 mile (18.8k) long Nordic ski trail. The trailhead is located at the junction of Meiss Lake Road and the north end of Juanita Lake Road. Some track set and grooming is provided.Fish Species | Planted Rainbow Trout |
Special Designations | Water and garbage service are not provided in winter. 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 in parking lot and developed areas. |
Cleaning Station | Fish cleaning Station closed in winter. |
Accessible Platform | Fishing platform may not be accessible in winter. |
Difficulty Level: | Intermediate to Difficult |
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Viewing Wildlife
Areas along the shore are good for spotting waterfowl.Interpretive Areas
Interpretive panels near the boat ramp provide information on fish species of Juanita Lake and modern fishing techniques.Difficulty Level: | Easy to Difficult |
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Boating - Non-Motorized
Juanita Lake has a paved boat launch ramp and dock in summer. No motors (gas or electric) are allowed on the lake, however, its size makes it excellent for small rowboats, rafts or canoes. A fish cleaning station and fishing interpretive panels are nearby.
Launch Ramps | Concrete |
Trailer Parking | Paved parking for day use and boat trailers. |
Type of Craft | Boat ramp paved. Dock in summer. No motors allowed on lake. |
Water/Flow Level | Lake level remains fairly constant all season. Water temperature stays very cold all summer. |
Swimming
Swimming, wading and water play off the shoreline at Juanita Lake.Clothing Requirements | Swimming attire required. |
Water Temperature | Water is cold melted snow. |
Water/Flow Level | Lake level remains fairly constant all season. Water temperature stays very cold all summer. |
Difficulty Level: | Intermediate to Difficult |
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