Juniper Lake Stock Corral

About

Juniper Lake Stock Corral is a rustic equestrian facility in one of the most remote areas of Lassen Volcanic National Park. Located at 6,800 ft elevation in the southeastern corner of the park, the corral sits behind the Juniper Lake Ranger Station and provides access to over 100 miles of stock-accessible trails. The facility includes two adjacent metal corrals with water troughs and a vault toilet, accommodating up to 8 animals, 10 people, and 4 vehicles. The corral is positioned within walking distance of Juniper Lake, a scenic alpine lake popular for fishing, canoeing, and swimming. Major trailheads depart from this area including routes to Horseshoe Lake, Snag Lake, and the Mount Harkness fire lookout. The Pacific Crest Trail is also accessible from Juniper Lake, and connections to the Caribou Wilderness provide extended backcountry riding opportunities. This is a primitive facility with no potable water available; campers must bring their own drinking water while stock can use water from the lake. Access requires navigating 6 miles of roughly paved road and 7 miles of rough gravel road from Chester, taking over an hour from the main park road. Reservations through Recreation.gov are mandatory, and campers must have accompanying horses or stock animals to book this site.

Directions

From Red Bluff I-5, drive east on State Highway 36 approximately 70 miles to Chester. Turn left at the fire station immediately after crossing Feather River Bridge (watch for NPS sign) and continue approximately 13 miles following signs to Juniper Lake. The Stock Corral is located directly behind the Juniper Lake Ranger Station. Turn left towards the Juniper Lake Campground after passing the ranger station, then make an immediate left into the stock corral area.