Pineknot
Closed — Closed for the winter season. The campground typically operates from late April through mid-October. Check Recreation.gov for 2026 opening dates.
Wind Advisory issued December 29 at 7:47PM PST until December 30 at 1:00PM PST by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Northeast winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. Isolated gusts to 65 mph possible below the passes. * WHERE...San Bernardino County Mountains, San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire, San Gorgonio Pass near Banning, and Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills. * WHEN...Until 1 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds will occur through and below the Cajon Pass and adjacent foothills, below the San Gorgonio Pass, and through the canyons of the Santa Ana Mountains.
About
Pineknot Campground is located in the San Bernardino mountains near Big Bear Lake at an elevation of 6,900 feet, nestled in a dense forest of fir, pine, and oak trees. The campground sits at the base of Snow Summit Ski Resort and offers 47 reservable sites with no first-come, first-served options. All reservations must be made through Recreation.gov. The campground's prime location provides unlimited access to popular lift-served mountain biking trails at Snow Summit, making it a favorite destination for mountain biking enthusiasts. Hikers can explore numerous trails of varying difficulty levels nearby. Big Bear Lake, located approximately five miles from the campground, offers boating, fishing, sailing, and canoeing opportunities, though the cold water temperatures make swimming less popular. While the campground can accommodate RVs, it is best suited for tent camping. The adjacent town of Big Bear Lake provides convenient access to shopping and dining options. Each campsite includes a table and fire pit, and vault toilets are available on-site.
Directions
From I-10 in Redlands, take Highway 330 north to Highway 18 in Running Springs. Continue east on Highway 18 to Big Bear Lake Dam. Go straight at the dam and continue on Highway 18 into Big Bear Lake. Turn right on Summit Boulevard at the signal light and continue toward Snow Summit Ski Resort. Turn left into the VIP parking lot, then follow signs making a right and left behind the condos. The campground entrance is on the right.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $34 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 26ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 26ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| clm@clm-services.com | |
| Phone | +1 (909) 866-8550 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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