Pine Valley Horse Camp
The campground is currently closed due to storm damage from the 2016-2017 winter that made road access difficult. No reopening date has been announced.
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Mtn. Tunnel Project Temporary Road Closure of Forest Road No. 1S28B
Temporary road closure of Forest Service Road 1S28B for Mountain Tunnel Improvement Projects
Extension of Seasonal Road Closures
Following a series of evaluations by Stanislaus National Forest Recreation Specialists, the Forest has issued Forest Order STF-16-2026-04 cleaving closed several roads in the forest’s higher elevations. Conditions will continue to be monitored on a regular basis and when applicable, roads will…
Beardsley Lake Boat Ramp Closure thru June 15
At the request of Tri-Dam, the Stanislaus National Forest has issued Forest Order STF-16-2026-03; effective April 15 through June 15, 2026, closing the Beardsley Lake Boat Ramp for all use.
Temporary Road Closures
This Forest Order closes the below listed roads beginning Aug 7, expiring on Dec 31, 2026.Calaveras District Roads (Exhibit A):• Forest Road No. 4N40• Forest Road No. 4N80Y (Candy Rock Road), from the gate at approximately 3.5 miles fromHighway 4 then continuing to its terminus. 36 CFR…
Cherry Lake Camping Restrictions
Camping, cooking, building a campfire, or storing fuel on National Forest Lands at, below or within 100 feet above the Cherry Lake high water mark (4702 feet elevation), or on the island within Cherry Lake
About
Pine Valley Horse Camp is a primitive equestrian camping area located in Tuolumne County within the Stanislaus National Forest. The campground serves as a staging area for riders accessing the Crabtree Trailhead, which connects to the vast Emigrant Wilderness. The site is situated near Aspen Meadow Pack Station off Crabtree Road (Forest Road 4N26). When operational, the campground typically opens from May through December and has no camping fees. Facilities are basic: vault toilets and picnic tables are provided, but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Standard forest regulations apply, including a maximum of 6 people per site and a 14-day stay limit. A free California campfire permit is required for any campfires or stoves. The campground has remained closed since sustaining storm damage during the 2016-2017 winter season, which made road access difficult. Visitors interested in equestrian camping in this area should contact the Summit Ranger Station for current conditions and alternative horse camp recommendations.
Directions
Near Aspen Meadow Pack Station off Crabtree Road (Forest Road 4N26). Contact Summit Ranger Station at 209-965-3434 for current road conditions.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| 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
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| USFS Pine Valley Horse Camp |
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