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Pineknot Campground

Campground · National forest in San Bernardino County, California. Run by USFS.

47Campsites
1.4 miTo Big Bear Lake
26 ftLongest RV site

At a glance

OperatorUSFS
AgencyUSDA Forest Service (San Bernardino National Forest)
Campsites47
Site types47 standard, no electric
Longest RV/trailer site26 ft
RVs welcomeYes
Tent sitesYes
ToiletsYes
Dump stationNo
Drinking waterYes
Wi-FiNo
Dogs allowedYes
Phone(909) 866-8550
Websitewww.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232286
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About Pineknot Campground

Pineknot Campground is located in the mountains of San Bernardino at Big Bear Lake. It is a popular destination for many outdoor enthusiasts looking for respite from the busy cities nearby. While the campground can accommodate RVs, it is best situated for tent camping. It is in a prime location for mountain biking. Recreation Its location at the base of a ski mountain provides visitors with unlimited access to popular lift-served mountain biking trails. Hikers also enjoy the campground's proximity to a number of trails that vary in levels of difficulty.

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

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Pineknot Campground is in San Bernardino 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.