Pioneer Trail Campground

Pioneer Trail Group Campground offers groups of up to 100 people the opportunity to camp near the beautiful Pinecrest Lake. The campground is located within the Pinecrest Recreational Area just 2 miles from the lake, which beckons visitors with excellent fishing, boating, hiking and swimming opportunities.

Facilities

Campsites 1 and 3 will accommodate up to 50 campers and Site 2 will accommodate up to 100 campers. Each site features a large campfire circle, picnic tables and vault toilets. No RV hookups or electricity are available. Pay showers are within a few miles. Winter camping is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Pets are welcome, but must be compliant with Tuolumne County leash laws.

Nearby attractions

The nearby Sonora Pass is a scenic winding highway that has guided people across the Sierra Nevada since 1852.

Natural feaures

Pioneer Trail sits at an elevation of 5,600 feet, in a wooded area near the southwest side of the 300-acre Pinecrest Lake in Stanislaus National Forest. Stanislaus National Forest is located in the central Sierra Nevada Mountains, between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite. It boasts gorgeous views of snow-capped mountain peaks and California's Great Central Valley.

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 in designated beach areas.

Driving directions to Pioneer Trail Campground

From Sonora, California, take Highway 108 east for about 30 miles. Exit at Pinecrest Lake and turn right on Dodge Ridge Road. Continue 1 mile to Pioneer Trails Campground, located on the left.

Location and contact info

Dodge Ridge Road, CA 95364

For campground inquires, please call:209-965-3474

Pioneer Trail Campground details

Campfire allowed
Checkin time: 2:00 PM
Checkout time: 11:00 AM
Hike in distance to site: 50 ft
Max num of people: 50
Max num of vehicles: 10
Max vehicle length: 40
Pets allowed

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Amenities at Pioneer Trail Campground

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Shade

supplies
Fire pit
Grills/Fire ring
Picnic tables

Activities at Pioneer Trail Campground

Camping

Hiking

Boating

Fishing

Swimming site

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