Jackson Meadow Reservoir
Tahoe Forest, California
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June 30th, 2026
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Jackson Meadow Reservoir is a high altitude lake at 6100 feet situated in a rolling forested valley on the eastern crest of the Sierra Nevada. Visitors are awarded with beautiful views of the Sierra Crest and English Mountain.Jackson Meadow Reservoir offers excellent opportunities for boating, canoeing, water skiing, swimming and fishing. Anglers will find rainbow and brown trout. Hikers can take advantage of a portion of the Pacific Crest Trail which meanders along the east side of the lake.There are eight campgrounds located adjacent to and on both sides of the lake that are operated by Nevada Irrigation District. There is also a horse camp for equestrain users operated by the Forest Service.
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GPS 39.51001, -120.55322
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Nearby places
- Jackson Boat-in Campground Campground (Paid Public) 0.9 mi
- Pass Creek Campground Campground (Paid Public) 1.1 mi
- East Meadow Campground Campground (Paid Public) 1.3 mi
- Milton Reservoir Camping Area Campground (Free Public) 1.5 mi
- Fir Top Campground Campground (Paid Public) 1.7 mi
- Woodcamp Campground Campground (Paid Public) 1.7 mi
- Findley Campground Campground (Paid Public) 1.7 mi
- Woodcamp Creek-interpretive Trail Trailhead 1.9 mi
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