Jacob Lake Recreation Area
Closed — Closed for the season. Reopens May 16, 2026, and generally operates through September depending on weather conditions. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
Fireworks, Explosives and Sparks Restrictions
To prevent fires and for public safety order 03-00-23-001 prohibits to 1) possess, discharge, or use any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic devices; 2) use explosives; or 3) operate an internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device in effective working order.
Motor Vehicle Order Road Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is for the protection of public health and safety and prohibits: Using any type of vehicle that does not comply with an applicable state law.Using a road for commercial hauling without a permit or written authorization.Operating a vehicle in violation of speed, load,…
Construction on SR 64 north of Williams (AZDOT pavement project)
SR 64: I-40 to Pipeline Road Pavement Preservation ProjectThe Arizona Department of Transportation has initiated a pavement preservation project along State Route 64 between I-40 in Williams and Pipeline Road (mileposts 185-205). Per the project webpage, ADOT anticipates project completion in fall…
Spring prescribed fires planned on the North Kaibab Ranger District
The Kaibab National Forest is planning prescribed fire operations on the North Kaibab Ranger District as early as March 17, 2026, pending all required approvals. The four possible units, totaling 6,136-acres, are in the Jacob Lake vicinity and north of U.S. Route 89A, east of Forest Road 248 and…
Cinder pit permits available May 1 on Williams RD
The season for cinder pits begins May 1, 2026. Starting April 1, 2026 at 8:00am, the public may visit or call the Williams Ranger Station at (928) 635-5600 to sign up for the waitlist.Permits can be purchased beginning May 1, 2026, at the Williams Ranger District office:8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on…
Effective Feb 4, 2026 - UPDATED - White Sage & Dragon Bravo Fires Temporary Area Closure
Saddle Mountain Wilderness, most of House Rock Valley within the North Kaibab Ranger District and some roads in the White Sage Fire footprint will remain closed due to ongoing flooding risk and other hazards. The three sites used for wood and equipment staging (the Orderville gravel pit off NFSR…
Firewood permits available Jan 5 for Williams & Tusayan RDs, May 1 for North Kaibab RD
Fuelwood permits will be available on January 5, 2026, for the Williams and Tusayan Ranger Districts, and on May 1, 2026, for the North Kaibab Ranger District. Permit sales and firewood collection will run through December 31, 2026. Paid Permits are $20 for 10 cords of wood (limit 20 cords per…
State Route 67 closed for the winter at Jacob Lake - North Kaibab Ranger District
Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) closed State Route 67 at Jacob Lake on the North Kaibab Ranger District the morning of December 8th for the winter season. ADOT typically reopens SR-67 mid-May.
Forest Road 354 on Kaibab & Prescott NF Temporarily Closed for Repairs
National Forest System Road (NFSR) 354 is closed for public safety due to flood damage and washed-out sections of the road, which lies on portions of the Prescott and Kaibab National Forests.The purpose of this order is to provide for public health and safety due to flood damage to the road…
Thinning operations near Whispering Pines (Williams)
Forest thinning operations are underway at the Holden Project west and north of Williams near the Whispering Pines community. Be aware of truck traffic and heavy machinery in the area.
Forest thinning operations near Parks
Forest thinning operations are underway at the Government Prairie project near parks. Be aware of truck traffic and heavy machinery in the area.
Camping/Campfire Closure within Proximity to Developed Sites
Camping/Campfire Closure within Proximity to Developed Sites
About
Jacob Lake Recreation Area is nestled in the ponderosa pine forest of the Kaibab Plateau at 7,920 feet elevation, positioned at the gateway to Grand Canyon National Park's North Rim. The campground offers 51 campsites suitable for tents, trailers, and small motorhomes, though no utility hookups are available. Pleasant summer days and cool nights characterize the camping season, while several feet of snow blanket the landscape in winter. Campers can explore the one-mile Kai-vav-vi Nature Trail directly from the campground or drive 10 minutes to access the Kaibab Plateau Trail, part of the Arizona Trail that traverses the state from north to south. The national forest offers mountain biking trails ranging from beginner to advanced levels. The campground sits 44 miles from the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, providing a convenient base for day trips to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The Kaibab Plateau's unique geology creates an elevated habitat for diverse wildlife, including the tassel-eared Kaibab squirrel found nowhere else on Earth. Marsh areas along the edges of nearby Jacob Lake provide excellent bird watching opportunities. Jacob Lake Inn across the street offers horseback riding, chuck wagon rides, and bike rentals by reservation.
Directions
Located 30 miles southeast of Fredonia, Arizona at the intersection of US Route 89A and State Route 67.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $8 - $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 100ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 100ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 643-7395 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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