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Jacob Lake Recreation Area

Kaibab National Forest, Arizona

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As of September 2026, Jacob Lake Recreation Area is a campground in Kaibab National Forest, Arizona with 42 campsites. Jacob Lake Recreation Area is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Jacob Lake Recreation Area is located at 36.7000° N, 112.2097° W.

people allowed on 40 of 42 sites: 8
people allowed on each of the 2 largest sites: 100

Jacob Lake Recreation Area reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Jacob Lake Recreation Area, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at Jacob Lake Recreation Area

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Standard 40
Group 2

What an RV fits

23 ft1 site
24 ft1 site
30 ft10 sites
34 ft1 site
36 ft4 sites
38 ft10 sites
40 ft9 sites
42 ft4 sites
60 ft1 site
100 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, hiking, biking, wildlife, photography, horse riding.

All sites at Jacob Lake Recreation Area, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
012	LOPA	Standard	8	42 ft
013	LOPA	Standard	8	40 ft
014	LOPA	Standard	8	36 ft
015	LOPA	Standard	8	40 ft
016	LOPA	Standard	8	36 ft
017	LOPA	Standard	8	40 ft
018	LOPA	Standard	8	40 ft
019	LOPA	Standard	8	40 ft
020	LOPA	Standard	8	40 ft
021	LOPA	Standard	8	38 ft
022	LOPA	Standard	8	40 ft
023	LOPA	Standard	8	23 ft
024	LOPA	Standard	8	24 ft
025	LOPA	Standard	8	42 ft
026	LOPA	Standard	8	30 ft
027	LOPA	Standard	8	38 ft
028	LOPA	Standard	8	38 ft
029	LOPA	Standard	8	38 ft
030	LOPA	Standard	8	30 ft
031	LOPA	Standard	8	38 ft
032	LOPA	Standard	8	30 ft

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
033	LOPA	Standard	8	38 ft
034	LOPA	Standard	8	38 ft
035	LOPA	Standard	8	30 ft
036	LOPA	Standard	8	34 ft
037	LOPA	Standard	8	30 ft
038	LOPA	Standard	8	30 ft
039	LOPA	Standard	8	30 ft
040	LOPA	Standard	8	40 ft
041	LOPA	Standard	8	38 ft
042	LOPA	Standard	8	36 ft
043	LOPA	Standard	8	36 ft
044	LOPA	Standard	8	30 ft
045	LOPA	Standard	8	42 ft
046	LOPA	Standard	8	30 ft
047	LOPA	Standard	8	40 ft
048	LOPA	Standard	8	30 ft
049	LOPA	Standard	8	42 ft
050	LOPA	Standard	8	38 ft
051	LOPA	Standard	8	38 ft
GSA	LOPA	Group	100	60 ft
GSB	LOPB	Group	100	100 ft

About Jacob Lake Recreation Area

Overview

Jacob Lake Recreation Area is conveniently located in Jacob Lake, Arizona, the gateway to the Grand Canyon's North Rim. The campground is nestled among the towering Ponderosa Pine trees of the North Kaibab National Forest, where ample opportunities to enjoy nature abound, from hiking and mountain biking to birding. Summer temperatures are pleasant during the day and nights are cool, while several feet of snow cover the landscape in winter. The campground is open on a seasonal basis, though the national forest remains open year 'round.

Recreation

Grand Canyon National Park is a popular destination for campers staying at Jacob Lake Recreation Area. But from the campground itself, visitors can walk a pleasant one-mile loop trail, or take a 10 minute drive to the Kaibab Plateau Trail a section of the Arizona Trail, which runs north-to-south across the entire length of the state. The national forest also has a variety of mountain biking trails ranging from beginner to advanced levels. There is no fishing at Jacob Lake.

Reservations for horseback riding and chuck wagon rides, as well as bike rentals, are available at Jacob Lake Inn across the street.

Facilities

The group campground is adjacent to Jacob Lake Campground and features two group sites that can accommodate up to 100 people each. While perfect for weddings, family reunions and other large group events, this campground is not intended for traditional camping with small groups of people. The facility offers ramadas, grills, tables, toilets and water.

Jacob Lake Recreation Area is very accessible. It is located on 89A, a paved U.S. highway, yet set far enough back from the road to provide privacy. The roads within the campground are gravel.

The facility is across the street from Jacob Lake Inn, which has a restaurant, gas station, gift shop and limited groceries, and the Kaibab Plateau Visitor Center. The nearest full facilities are 30 to 40 miles away in Fredonia, Arizona and Kanab, Utah.

Natural Features

Jacob Lake is at an elevation of 7,920 feet. The Kaibab Plateau is an area uplifted by geologic processes, making it higher in elevation than the surrounding deserts (the closest town of Fredonia, Arizona is 28 miles away and nearly 4,700 feet).

Many species of wildlife call the Kaibab home, including the tassel-eared Kaibab squirrel, found nowhere else in the world, and numerous species of birds. The nearby lake only fills up with water occasionally, but marsh areas along the edges of the lake are great bird habitats.

Nearby Attractions

The campground is 44 miles north of Grand Canyon National Park's rustic and less populated North Rim - home to abundant wildlife, hiking trails, spruce-fir and Ponderosa pine forests and unparalleled views of one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Enjoy a visit to the North Rim from mid-May through mid-October; the road is closed during winter.

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Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.

Rules and notices at Jacob Lake Recreation Area

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Jacob Lake Recreation Area on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Overnight campsites have a check-in time of after 2pm and a check-out time of 1pm. The Picnic Day Use area is rented on a first come, first serve basis and has a check-in time of 8 a.m. and a check-out time of 8 p.m.

Potable (drinking) water is limited. Filling RV water tanks is not permitted.

Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY . Group sites - refer to Specific Site # for capacity limits.

Extra vehicles : Cannot be paid for in advance - upon arrival coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.

FIRST COME FIRST SERVE sites must be booked in person. DO NOT call to determine availability, as they are only available on-site.

Late Arrivals: campers are not considered a "no-show" until 24 hours after arrival date check in time. Our policy is that your site will not be released before that.

No hookups available.

This is a high elevation facility; use caution when traveling from lower elevations.

Bears frequent the area; please obey all food storage rules and regulations. Check with your host for details.

Opening and closing dates are weather permitting, please call 928-537-8888 for more information.

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Jacob Lake Recreation Area FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Jacob Lake Recreation Area?

Jacob Lake Recreation Area is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 42 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Jacob Lake Recreation Area?

Cancellations happen frequently at Jacob Lake Recreation Area, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Jacob Lake Recreation Area have?

Jacob Lake Recreation Area has 42 campsites.