Jacob Lake

Recreation area Fredonia, Arizona, United States

What to expect

Jacob Lake is a recreational area located in the Kaibab National Forest, Arizona, and is the gateway to the Grand Canyon's North Rim. The area is surrounded by towering Ponderosa Pine trees and offers opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and birding. The lake, which occasionally fills with water, has marsh areas that are great habitats for birds. The area is home to various species of wildlife, including the tassel-eared Kaibab squirrel, found nowhere else in the world. The nearby Grand Canyon National Park's North Rim is 44 miles away and offers abundant wildlife, hiking trails, and unparalleled views of one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World

Plan your family visit to the Jacob Lake with these blog insights 👇

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Zion National Park to Grand Canyon Road Trip

Zion National Park to Grand Canyon Road Trip
This family's experience:

Activities: We stopped at the lake for a picnic surrounded by the natural beauty of Kaibab National Forest

Highlights: We had a peaceful time surrounded by towering ponderosa pines ✨