Pinecrest
Closed — Closed for the winter season. The campground typically operates from mid-March through mid-October, with shoulder season first-come, first-served camping mid-March to early May and mid-September to mid-October. Reservations required Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Winter Storm Warning issued April 10 at 10:34AM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Sacramento CA
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 feet above 4500 feet, with up to 3 to 4 feet at the highest peaks. Minor snowfall accumulations of 2 to 4 inches down to 4000 feet. Wind gusts as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park Counties. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the this evenings commute and weekend mountain travel. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels generally remain above pass levels through this afternoon, dropping to around 6000-7000 ft tonight-Saturday, then lowering to around 4000-5000 ft Sunday. Heavy snowfall rates of 1-2 inch per hour, with the heaviest snowfall Saturday afternoon through Sunday.
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.…
Forest Order No. STF-16-2026-02 Cottonwood Temporary Road Closure
Cottonwood Road Temporary Closure for storm damage repairs
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…
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
From Recreation.gov
Christmas Tree Cutting Permits Information: [Recreation.gov][1] Christmas Tree cutting permits will go on sale on Friday, October 10, 2025. Christmas trees are $10.00 each and there is a maximum of two (2) trees per permit for a total of $20.00. Fourth graders can use their Every Kid Outdoors pass to obtain one (1) free tree. There is an additional $2.50 reservation fee for all permits. Tree cutting dates are Friday, November 28, 2025, through Wednesday, December 31, 2025. Starting in 2026, Christmas trees will increase in price to $20.00 per tree. [1]: http://Recreation.gov
About
Pinecrest Campground is a large, heavily-used campground situated in the Pinecrest Basin adjacent to Pinecrest Lake in Stanislaus National Forest, 30 miles east of Sonora. At 5,600 feet elevation, the campground offers 200 campsites with paved roads and parking areas of varying lengths. Each site includes a metal fire ring and picnic table. Water hydrants serve multiple sites, and all restrooms feature flush toilets, sinks, and most have electricity. Some restrooms are fully accessible. The campground is within walking distance of the lake, swimming beaches, marina, visitor center, and amphitheater where educational programs are offered. The easy 4-mile Pinecrest Lake National Recreation Trail circles the lake, and rainbow trout fishing is popular. A small shopping center near the lake offers conveniences, and bike rentals are available. Nearby attractions include Dodge Ridge Mountain Resort (summer mountain biking, hiking, disc golf), Aspen Meadow Pack Station for horseback riding, and Kennedy Meadows for river fishing and hiking. The campground sits in beautiful mountain landscape with views of snow-capped peaks and opportunities to spot marmots, squirrels, coyotes, and deer. Pets are welcome but must comply with Tuolumne County leash laws. Generator use is limited to 3 hours per day between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.
Directions
From Sonora, take Highway 108 east for 30 miles, take the Pinecrest exit onto Pinecrest Lake Road and continue to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Info@DodgeRidge.com | |
| Phone | +1 (209) 965-3116 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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