Open May through September, the US Forest Service Jackrabbit Mountain Recreation Area lies on a peninsula of Lake Chatuge. This destination recreation area offers a large campground and numerous day use activities such as swimming, picnicking, mountain biking and hiking trails, fishing and motorized boating access to the lake. The designated swimming area and sandy beach are surrounded by picnic tables on a large grassy lawn. The swimming area is open 9am-9pm and requires a $5 day use fee. Restrooms are available near the large paved parking lot. The swimming area is handicap accessible. A picnic pavilion offers group picnicking with views of the lake. A short trail connects the campground and beach.

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• Swim Guide - Weather and water quality for Lake Chatuge Jackrabbit Mountain Swim Area and 8,000 other beaches.