Pineknot
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At a Glance
About Pineknot
Pineknot is a national park campground at San Bernardino National Forest in San Bernardino County, California. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Pineknot is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 26 ft. Campers rate it 4.5/5 across 322 reviews.
Other campgrounds at San Bernardino National Forest include Buttercup Group Camp, Serrano, Boulder Group Camp, Tanglewood Group Camp and Lobo Group.
Total reservations in April — 2023: 53 · 2024: 128 · 2025: 157
Location
Address
Fawnskin, California
Coordinates
34.2359, -116.8861
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 809 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Buttercup Group Camp
San Bernardino National Forest
Serrano
San Bernardino National Forest
Boulder Group Camp
San Bernardino National Forest
Tanglewood Group Camp
San Bernardino National Forest
Lobo Group
San Bernardino National Forest
Oso Group
San Bernardino National Forest
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Pineknot FAQ
How far in advance should I book Pineknot?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Pineknot?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Pineknot. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Pineknot right now?
Pineknot is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
How often is availability checked at Pineknot?
Campsite Tonight monitors Pineknot for cancellations and new availability as fast as every 25 sec. When a site opens up, users with alerts enabled receive instant notifications so they can book before others.
Can I get a reservation at Pineknot?
Yes! 1 camper has recently added Pineknot to cart, with stays up to 2 nights. Even when fully booked, cancellations happen regularly. Set up an alert to get notified instantly when a site opens up.
Where is Pineknot located?
Pineknot is located in San Bernardino National Forest, near Fawnskin, California.
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