Pine Valley Horse Camp
Closed — Closed due to storm damage from 2016-2017. Access is difficult on Crabtree Road.
Road Closure - Forest Service Road 1N04
This order extends the road closure of FSR 1N04 to December 31, 2025.
Termination of High Hazard Fire Restrictions
Termination of Forest Order STF-16-2025-11High Hazard Fire RestrictionsStanislaus National Forest Stanislaus National Forest Order No. 2025-11, dated July 1, 2025, is hereby terminated.
Termination of Moderate Hazard Fire Restrictions
Termination of Forest Order STF-16-2025-14Moderate Hazard Fire RestrictionsStanislaus National Forest Stanislaus National Forest Order No. 2025-14, dated August 20, 2025, is hereby terminated.
Temporary Road Closures
This Forest Order closes the below listed roads beginning Aug 7, expiring on Dec 31, 2026.
Stanislaus National Forest Terminates Deer Valley Road Closures Early
With the publication of the Termination Notice, Deer Valley Road, FSR 8N02 between the Stanislaus and ElDorado National Roads previously closed under Forest Order STF-16-2025-08 is now open.
Termination Notice - FO STF-16-2025-10
With this termination, roads previously closed by Forest Order STF-16-2025 10 are now open.
Forest Order STF-16-2025-03 - Mtn. Tunnel Project - FSR 1S28B repair/closure
Mtn. Tunnel Project - FSR 1S28B repair/closure
Forest Order STF-16-2025-02 - Rainbow Pool Area Alcohol Prohibition
Rainbow Pool Area Alcohol Prohibition
About
Pine Valley Horse Camp serves as a basecamp for equestrians exploring the Emigrant Wilderness in the Stanislaus National Forest. Located approximately 10 miles from Highway 108 via Crabtree Road, the camp sits in a forested setting near the Crabtree trailhead. From here, riders can access an extensive trail network leading to popular destinations including Bell Meadow and the vast Emigrant Wilderness backcountry. This is a primitive, undeveloped horse camp designed specifically for stock users. The remote location and vault toilet facilities reflect its backcountry character. Visitors should be prepared for primitive conditions and practice Leave No Trace principles, packing out all waste and trash. The camp's location near Aspen Meadow Pack Station makes it convenient for those trailing in horses or utilizing pack station services for wilderness trips into the high country of the central Sierra Nevada.
Directions
From Highway 108 east of Cold Springs, take Crabtree Road (Forest Road 4N26) approximately 10 miles. The camp is located beyond Aspen Meadow Pack Station.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (209) 965-3434 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Pine Valley Horse Camp |
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