Pinecrest Campground
Pinecrest Campground is situated in the Pinecrest Basin adjacent to the Pinecrest Lake Day Use Area. It has 200 campsites, each of which has a metal fire ring and a picnic table. Roads and parking areas, which vary in length, are paved. Water hydrants are located to serve several sites. All restrooms have flush toilets and sinks. All restrooms, except for 3 in “D” loop, have electricity for light and electrical appliances. Some restrooms are fully accessible. This campground is on a reservation system with the National Recreation Reservation Service (1-877-444-6777). It is essential that you have a reservation if you intend to camp in Pinecrest between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance. Plan early – this campground fills up fast in the summer months!
Reservations
Make Reservations HereGeneral Information
$10 for Pinecrest Dump Station off of Highway 108
April - October
Visit Dodge Ridge Campgrounds // Dodge Ridge or Recreation.gov for more information.
If you wish to use a stove, grill, or have a campfire it is recommended, but not required, that you get a campfire permit. This FREE Permit can be obtained at preventwildfiresca.org or at any ranger station. Do not burn plastic or metal. Please leave the area in as good (or better) condition than you found it.
The Interagency Senior and Interagency Access Passes are honored and provide a 50 percent discount on camping fees in the campground. Pass number must be written on fee envelope or Pass must be shown to Host. The Interagency Annual and Volunteer passes do not provide any discounts on camping.
Camp in designated sites only. The number of people allowed in a single campsite is six. The maximum length of stay in any campground is 14 days. Please leave the area in as good (or better) condition than you found it. Help ensure your favorite area remains open. Maximum Length RV/Trailer: 40ft
Overnight Use:
Single Site: $40 per night
The Interagency Senior and Interagency Access Passes are honored and provide a 50 percent discount on camping fees in the campground. Pass number must be written on fee envelope or Pass must be shown to Host. The Interagency Annual and Volunteer passes do not provide any discounts on camping. Dodge Ridge Corporation operates this campground under a special-use permit administered by the U.S. Forest Service. The fees collected from overnight campers go back into upgrading campground facilities and amenities.
Pinecrest Lake Resort Marina - Boat Rentals
The Hub - Bike Rentals
Dodge Ridge Mountain Resort - Moutain Biking / Disc Golf
Horseback Riding - Aspen Pack Station/ Kennedy Meadows
Contact Name: Dodge Ridge Mountain Resort
Contact Phone: 209-965-3116
Address: #1 Pinecrest Lake Road Pinecrest, CA 95364
Phone: (209) 965-3434
Hours: Autumn/ Winter/ Spring Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 38.1897
Longitude: -119.997498
Directions
One mile east of the California Highway 108 and the Pinecrest Lake Road junction within the Pinecrest Lake Recreation Area.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.
Other Amenities
Pinecrest Day Use
Pinecrest Amphitheater - Movie under the Stars
Sport Shop
Market/ Coffee shop/ Restaurant/ Post Office
Nearby Trails
Recreation Opportunities
Interpretive Areas/Exhibits
Visitor Programs
Picnicking - Groups
Disc Golf
