What are the hours and season for Jacob Lake Recreation Area?

Jacob Lake Recreation Area is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

What amenities does Jacob Lake Recreation Area have?

Jacob Lake Recreation Area amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables. Hookups: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs..

How do I book a campsite at Jacob Lake Recreation Area?

Jacob Lake Recreation Area is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Jacob Lake Recreation Area"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/jacob-lake-recreation-area to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Jacob Lake Recreation Area

Kaibab National Forest — lakeside, hiking

Fredonia, AZ4.6 (326)

Share: X Facebook

Cell signal:

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.

Things to do nearby

Kaibab National ForestJacob Lake

Best For

HikersFamilies

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Jacob Lake Recreation Area cost per night?+

Jacob Lake Recreation Area costs $8–$30 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What season is Jacob Lake Recreation Area open?+

Jacob Lake Recreation Area is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Jacob Lake Recreation Area have hookups?+

No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What is the maximum RV length at Jacob Lake Recreation Area?+

Jacob Lake Recreation Area can accommodate RVs up to 100 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Jacob Lake Recreation Area?+

Jacob Lake Recreation Area is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Jacob Lake Recreation Area from the nearest town?+

Jacob Lake Recreation Area is located in Fredonia, AZ. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

Open in OpenStreetMap ↗

Own a campground nearby?

List free on CamperWatch — we take 5% only on bookings we send. No monthly fee.

List your campground →