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.
Winter Weather Advisory issued October 30 at 2:19PM PDT until November 1 at 7:00AM PST by NWS Sacramento CA
* WHAT...Snow expected for elevations above 7000 feet. Total snow accumulations up to 10 inches, with up to 18 inches at the highest peaks. Minor accumulations of up to 3 inches possible down to 6000 feet. * WHERE...Northern Sierra above 7000 feet, including Highway 50 and Interstate 80. * WHEN...From 8 AM PDT Saturday to 7 AM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels initially 7000 to 8000 feet Saturday, lowering to 6000 to 7000 feet Saturday night into Sunday. Heaviest snowfall expected Saturday evening into Sunday. Light flurries possible down to 5000 feet on Saturday night into Sunday, but no accumulations expected below 6000 feet.
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.…
Stanislaus National Forest issues temporary road closure for portion of Forest Road No. 1S03
The Stanislaus National Forest has issued a forest order temporarily closing a portion of Forest Road No. 1S03 (Sawmill Mountain Road) between the intersections of 18EV432 and 1S04., Nov. 2, 2026, through Dec. 2, 2026.
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
| Pine Valley Horse Camp | |
| USFS Pine Valley Horse Camp |
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