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Pineknot

Scenic Road in Pineknot
Pineknot Bathroom
Natural Shade at Pineknot Campground
Pineknot Fall 2018
Pineknot Entrance

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly

About Pineknot

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.

Number of accommodations: 47

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 17 to Oct 17

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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47 Sites Available

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🚐 001, Loop: PINE
No Hookups
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🚐 002, Loop: PINE
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🚐 003, Loop: PINE
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🚐 004, Loop: PINE
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🚐 005, Loop: PINE
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🚐 006, Loop: PINE
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🚐 007, Loop: PINE
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🚐 008, Loop: PINE
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🚐 009, Loop: PINE
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🚐 010, Loop: PINE
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🚐 011, Loop: PINE
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🚐 012, Loop: PINE
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🚐 013, Loop: PINE
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🚐 014, Loop: PINE
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🚐 015, Loop: PINE
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🚐 016, Loop: PINE
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🚐 017, Loop: PINE
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🚐 018, Loop: PINE
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🚐 019, Loop: PINE
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🚐 020, Loop: PINE
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🚐 021, Loop: PINE
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🚐 022, Loop: PINE
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🚐 023, Loop: PINE
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🚐 024, Loop: PINE
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🚐 025, Loop: PINE
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🚐 026, Loop: PINE
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🚐 027, Loop: PINE
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🚐 028, Loop: PINE
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🚐 029, Loop: PINE
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🚐 030, Loop: PINE
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🚐 031, Loop: PINE
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🚐 033, Loop: PINE
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🚐 034, Loop: PINE
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🚐 035, Loop: PINE
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🚐 036, Loop: PINE
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🚐 037, Loop: PINE
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🚐 038, Loop: PINE
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🚐 039, Loop: PINE
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🚐 040, Loop: PINE
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🚐 041, Loop: PINE
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🚐 042, Loop: PINE
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🚐 043, Loop: PINE
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🚐 044, Loop: PINE
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🚐 045, Loop: PINE
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🚐 046, Loop: PINE
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🚐 047, Loop: PINE
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🚐 048, Loop: PINE
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Reviews (394)

What Guests Are Saying

Pineknot Campground offers a beautiful and peaceful experience with spacious sites, ample shade from trees, and well-maintained facilities, including clean restrooms. The friendly camp hosts enhance the atmosphere, making guests feel welcome and attended to. While some sites may feel cramped and the access road can be difficult to find, the campground's proximity to local attractions and outdoor activities makes it a favored choice for many campers.

Review Summary

4.5
394 reviews
5
72.6%
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Joe B

Verified

July 11, 2024 Stayed at: 031, Loop: PINE

5

Bathroom was clean and no issues.

Sandy P

Verified

July 9, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: PINE

3

Site 1 doesn’t have shade for much if the day. Sites were clean as were bathrooms. A good amount of dust was raised when maintenance was being done on other sites. As in raking the sites and stirring up the very fine dirt. Cute little campground but not what I’m generally looking for. One side is almost lined with condos and fencing.

Lauryn B

Verified

July 7, 2024 Stayed at: 026, Loop: PINE

5

Only downside is that there was limited space for a level area to place a tent. Bathrooms were stocked the whole time. Sites were fairly close with one another but overall it was a great camp ground with a great camp host.

Mary O

Verified

June 13, 2024 Stayed at: 030, Loop: PINE

5

Loved this site. Super close to town and easy to get around. Site 30 was nice and flat. Was in the sun for about 2 hours around noon, but overall nice and shady. Bathrooms were clean and nice. Ranger Joe was super nice and helpful! If we went back again I think we would choose site 31, it felt a little bigger and had more shade but site 30 was perfect for my little family of 3.

Emilio V

Verified

June 5, 2024 Stayed at: 042, Loop: PINE

5

Always a great time. Tons of toads around late spring

Hansalak S

Verified

May 21, 2024 Stayed at: 044, Loop: PINE

5

Pineknot Campground in Big Bear Lake offers a serene retreat for nature lovers. Nestled among towering pines, it provides a classic camping experience with stunning scenery. Here's a brief review: Conveniently located near Big Bear Lake, it offers easy access to various outdoor activities, including hiking, fishing, and boating. Surrounded by majestic pine trees and beautiful mountain views, the campground is a picturesque setting, especially during sunrise and sunset. The campground has well-maintained amenities, including clean restrooms and showers. Sites have picnic tables, fire rings, and ample space for tents and RVs. Numerous hiking and Biking trails are accessible directly from the campground. The Pineknot Trail is a popular choice, offering moderate difficulty with rewarding views. It's ideal for families with children, with plenty of room for kids to explore and play. Nearby attractions provide additional entertainment options. Expect to see diverse wildlife, from birds to squirrels. It's an excellent spot for nature enthusiasts and photographers. It's advisable to book in advance, especially during peak seasons, as spots fill up quickly. The overall vibe is peaceful, making it perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Overall, Pineknot Campground is a charming destination for those looking to immerse themselves in nature and enjoy all that Big Bear Lake offers.

Alain E

Verified

May 19, 2024 Stayed at: 010, Loop: PINE

5

Great experience, everything was clean and the host was great🤙🏼 will come back.

Kathy W

Verified

May 5, 2024 Stayed at: 027, Loop: PINE

4

Very peaceful. The camp host, Joe, was very welcoming and helpful.
Bring your own toilet paper, just in case. The bathroom gets a lot of use and ran out of paper on Saturday. There are no hook-ups.

George D

Verified

November 5, 2023 Stayed at: 019, Loop: PINE

2

I had a nice camping spot.

Erma A

Verified

November 3, 2023 Stayed at: 035, Loop: PINE

3

Entrance to campground is through the ski resort parking lot and located behind condominiums. Site 35 was huge with a lot of space, though right next to the ski resort magic carpet lift. Not a big deal during the summer as there is no activity. A bear cub visited the campground during the day and several campers started honking their car horns to scare it away so be sure to keep campsite clean and use the box provided. Restroom was clean with flushing toilets and running water. Kids had fun watching the Fourth of July fireworks show. Overall a good experience.

Location Pineknot

Address:
P O Box 365
Fawnskin, CA, 92333
United States

Highway access

Pineknot is located near State Route 38, which provides access to the greater highway network. It is approximately 10 miles from Interstate 10 to the south.

Latitude & Longitude: 34.2359 / -116.886

Elevation: 2123 feet

Policies & Rules

General

  • In accordance with standard industry practices, Mountain Top Recreation will be assessing a $8 additional vehicle fee on the second vehicle in each single family campsite, and on the third and fourth vehicles in any double family campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the first vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the first two are considered to be one vehicle and the third and fourth are also considered to be one vehicle. No additional vehicle fees are collected for bicycles. The fee will be collected at the Campground.
  • RV Length: Limited turnaround space restricts RVS longer than 25 feet.
  • Click here for more information on the San Bernardino National Forest
  • Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
  • Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed
  • Recent bear activity in this campground. You are rquired to put your food in the bear box we provide. Do not leave any food in your tent.

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Last updated: June 13, 2026

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