Pinecrest
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At a Glance
About Pinecrest
Pinecrest is a national park campground at Stanislaus National Forest in Tuolumne 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.
Pinecrest 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 40 ft. Campers rate it 4.3/5 across 765 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Stanislaus National Forest include Pinecrest Day Use Area, Meadowview Campground, Pioneer Trail, Mi Wok Ranger District Campgrounds and Summit Ranger District Campgrounds.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 1,957 · 2024: 1,840 · 2025: 1,810
Location
Address
Pinecrest, California
Coordinates
38.1908, -119.9972
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •June sees 2,987 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Pinecrest Day Use Area
Stanislaus National Forest
Meadowview Campground
Stanislaus National Forest
Pioneer Trail
Stanislaus National Forest
Mi Wok Ranger District Campgrounds
Stanislaus National Forest
Summit Ranger District Campgrounds
Stanislaus National Forest
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Pinecrest FAQ
How far in advance should I book Pinecrest?
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 Pinecrest?
June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Pinecrest. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Pinecrest right now?
Yes! There are currently 481 site-nights available over the next 14 days at Pinecrest, with availability on 4 different dates. Availability changes frequently due to cancellations - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when new sites open up.
How often is availability checked at Pinecrest?
Campsite Tonight monitors Pinecrest for cancellations and new availability as fast as every 20 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 Pinecrest?
Yes! 5 campers have recently added Pinecrest to cart, with stays up to 3 nights. Even when fully booked, cancellations happen regularly. Set up an alert to get notified instantly when a site opens up.
Where is Pinecrest located?
Pinecrest is located in Stanislaus National Forest, near Pinecrest, California.
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