Jacob Lake Recreation Area
Quick Facts
7,920 ftPrice
$8 - $225/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
25 campsites
Season
Open seasonally from...
Cell
Has Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Quick Facts
7,920 ftPrice
$8 - $225/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
25 campsites
Season
Open seasonally from...
Cell
Has Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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"Reviews for Jacob Lake Recreation Area are predominantly positive, with an average sentiment of 4.46 across multiple platforms. Guests frequently praise the cleanliness, attentive hosts, and proximity to the Grand Canyon North Rim. Negative feedback often concerns road noise and limitations like the lack of showers."
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Jacob Lake Recreation Area
HC 64, BOX 65, Fredonia, Arizona, 86022, USA
Best Time to Camp at Jacob Lake Recreation Area
Experience the gentle rhythm of mountain seasons at Jacob Lake, where summer brings perfectly temperate days ideal for hiking and exploration, followed by refreshingly cool evenings perfect for campfire gatherings. As autumn arrives, the forest transforms into a golden sanctuary before winter's dramatic entrance blankets the landscape in pristine snow. While heavy snowfall closes the campground during winter months, the surrounding National Forest transforms into a wonderland for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing adventures.
Peak season (May 16–Oct 14): temperate days, cool nights; summer highly recommended by guests.
Guests frequently enjoy fall foliage; campground remains open into October.
Mostly closed until mid‑May; spring conditions variable with possible residual snow.
Closed during winter months due to snow; winter usage is limited/unsupported.
Planning Tips
- Peak Season: Peak season runs from May 16th to October 14th.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
- Operating Season: Open seasonally from mid-May to mid-October. Closed during winter months due to snow.
- Current Alerts: None explicitly mentioned.
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