Pinecrest
Open for first-come, first-served camping through May 6, 2026 with loops C, D, and E available. Reservations via Recreation.gov begin May 7. The kiosk has limited hours; bring cash for payment. Season runs April through October.
Winter Weather Advisory issued October 29 at 11:13AM 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 8 inches, with up to 12 inches at the highest peaks. Minor accumulations of up to 2 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.
From Recreation.gov
Pinecrest Campground is open for First come First Serve through May 6th. Currently, just C,D, and E loops are open. The kiosk has limited hours at this time, please be ready to pay for site with cash. Thank you
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.…
About
Pinecrest Campground is a well-developed Forest Service campground situated on the southwest shore of 300-acre Pinecrest Lake at an elevation of 5,600 feet. The campground has 200 sites spread across five loops (A through E), each with a paved parking pad, metal fire ring, and picnic table. Flush toilet restrooms with sinks are located throughout, and most have electricity. Potable water is available from hydrants serving multiple sites. The Pinecrest Lake Recreation Area offers extensive recreation opportunities. The Pinecrest Lake National Recreation Trail provides an easy 4-mile loop around the lake. Rainbow trout fishing is popular, and a sandy swimming beach with day-use facilities is within walking distance. The nearby marina offers boat rentals, and the area has restaurants, stores, and an outdoor movie theater. Dodge Ridge Mountain Resort is nearby for winter skiing and summer mountain biking. The campground operates seasonally from April through October and books quickly during summer months. Maximum vehicle length is 40 feet. Sites accommodate up to 6 people with 2 vehicles maximum. Pets are welcome but must comply with Tuolumne County leash laws and are prohibited on beaches.
Directions
From Sonora, take Highway 108 east for 30 miles. Take the Pinecrest exit onto Pinecrest Lake Road and continue to the campground, located one mile east of the Highway 108/Pinecrest Lake Road junction.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| 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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