Pineknot

Secluded and next to a ski lift

Pineknot is a good spot to semi-escape into the woods. Its facilities include everything except showers: flush toilets, sink, potable water, and firewood for sale ($10). Camp hosts are nice and clean/ restock the restrooms regularly. Campground is very close to the city (5min drive), situated right next to Snow Summit. You will hear cars and construction vehicles on the road at all times of day and some slight sound/ light pollution from passing mtn bikers and the recreational facility nearby.

Campsite #19 is one of the prime spots at Pineknot - huge campsite with tons of space and is also secluded, very private, and near the restrooms and garbage. However, there is a small (20ish ft) hill from the car to the site you’ll need to traverse each time while unpacking/packing or heading up to the restrooms. There is also a number of trip hazards like roots and rocks jutting out of the ground. This site is near Bristlecone Dr and bike paths so you may notice more vehicle/ bike activity. Overall good experience 👍🏼

Lovely place to camp. Tucked in right beside the ski resort. Nice clean restrooms with flushing toilets. The parking is tight so beware if your coming with a larger camper or RV. I camp with a 17' pop up and a Gmc sierra and we fit perfect in the spot. Only downside is the camp is close to town and there are a handful of campsites that face the backside of condos. Those campsites are located at the entrance of the camp ground. I'd still grab those sites in a pinch. Great little campground. Signed...one happy camper 😁

As always a great place to camp. Clean toilets and beautiful location.

Campground was clean and bathrooms were maintained. The only negative was having coyotes come into camp each day/night. A little unnerving with small children playing.
Overall we had a good time there.

very nice campground, loved the tall trees and overall quiet atmosphere. The hosts were very welcoming and nice. Bathrooms are clean. The site we had was sloped which was the only downside, will try another site next time.

Ariel, the new camp host is extremely welcoming, helpful, friendly, and keeps the campsite clean. I camped, the campground was quiet. Bathroom access is always easy. This campsite does not have established showers, so I bring my own. Overall, I always have a great experience with Pineknot campground in San Bernardino.

It’s way too loud here.

Big clean sites beautifully shaded. Very relaxing atmosphere very close to Big Bear Lake and the ski slopes.

Pineknot is shady, quiet, well organized, and clean. The host is responsive when checking you in and offers firewood for purchase. We car camped and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.