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Pinecrest Campground

Campground · National forest in Tuolumne County, California.

196Campsites
Pinecrest LakeRight on the shore of
48 ftLongest RV site

At a glance

Managed byUSDA Forest Service (Stanislaus National Forest)
Campsites196
Site types196 standard, no electric
Longest RV/trailer site48 ft
RVs welcomeYes
Tent sitesYes
ToiletsYes
Drinking waterYes
Dogs allowedYes
Phone(209) 965-3116
Websitewww.fs.usda.gov/recarea/stanislaus/recreation/camping-cabins
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About Pinecrest Campground

Pinecrest features a large campground by Pinecrest Lake, just 30 miles east of Sonora, at an elevation of 5600 feet. The area includes a day-use beach and a marina, a small shopping center and recreation cabins. The campground caters to all ages and is within walking distance of the lake, an amphitheater, visitor center, swimming beach and spectacular hiking trails. Pets are welcome, but must be compliant with Tuolumne County leash laws. Recreation The Pinecrest Lake National Recreation Trail takes hikers on an easy 4-mile stroll around Pinecrest Lake. Rainbow trout is a common catch in the lake and swimming is enjoyed at the sandy beach.

Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.

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Pinecrest Campground is in Tuolumne County.

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Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.