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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.

Available sites

47 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

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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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Price
🚐 001, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 002, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 003, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 019, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 020, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 024, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 026, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 027, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 028, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 029, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 030, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 031, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 033, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 034, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 035, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 036, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 037, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 038, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 039, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 040, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 041, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 042, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 043, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 044, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 045, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 046, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 047, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 048, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

475 reviews

Summary

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Pineknot Campground offers a beautiful, well-maintained setting with friendly hosts, making it an enjoyable experience for many campers. The sites are clean, spacious, and mostly shaded, with convenient access to nearby attractions and hiking trails. While there are minor concerns such as noise from neighboring sites and the absence of showers, overall, visitors appreciate the campground's cleanliness, management, and friendly atmosphere.

Based on guest feedback

4.5

Overall rating

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5 stars 71.4% (339)
4 stars 17.1% (81)
3 stars 6.1% (29)
2 stars 2.3% (11)
1 star 3.2% (15)

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Rodrigo M

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September 25, 2020 Stayed at: 026, Loop: PINE

bathrooms are kind of dirty but the place itself is very nice.

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Coral E

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October 17, 2020 Stayed at: 046, Loop: PINE

BEAUTIFUL large campground within walking distance of the village and moonridge. Nice spacious sites with picnic tables, barbeques, and campfire rings. Looking forward to going again.

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christina w

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October 18, 2020 Stayed at: 045, Loop: PINE

I love this campground.

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Jin Sung K

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October 19, 2020 Stayed at: 002, Loop: PINE

Everything was excellent and I wish there was a shower.

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melaney a

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October 24, 2020 Stayed at: 011, Loop: PINE

We didn’t get to the campground till late. The camp host was very nice. We wanted to stay an extra night but no room. Host was able to find to give us a cancelation.

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Walter G

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October 25, 2020 Stayed at: 033, Loop: PINE

Nice little campground within Big Bear town and close to Big Bear Lake. Lots of fun activities for all ages. Clean restrooms and water spigots not far from campsites.

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Anna J

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October 25, 2020 Stayed at: 022, Loop: PINE

Great campsite, right on the outskirts of town so it's not very remote but it still feels like you're in the wilderness for the most part. Most sites are well-spaced. Space 22 is near a water spigot and the bathrooms, but not too near, and far enough away from adjacent campgrounds. However, there wasn't anywhere with kevel ground for the tent so I had to sleep on a bit of an angle, no biggie though.

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Michael C

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October 30, 2020 Stayed at: 039, Loop: PINE

Love this campground. Each site is situated far enough away from each other to feel like you're actually in the woods. Sometimes you just want a bit of seclusion and privacy when camping. The on site staff person was also really friendly and helpful. Bathrooms could use a bit of cleaning. Keep in mind, there are no showers.

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Sandi M

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November 6, 2020 Stayed at: 044, Loop: PINE

The campground, although basically in town, is beautiful!!! Bathrooms were spotless. On the down side, sites are on top of each other and people were very noisy and partying until 2 am. During the week was amazing! Weekends, not so much.

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Kirsten M

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November 8, 2020 Stayed at: 046, Loop: PINE

Quaint camp ground just off the main road. Enough of an escape. Shawn was the host during Halloween weekend, that dude is rad. Super warm guy and keeps the ground looking perfectly woodsy.

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Location & Directions for Pineknot

P O Box 365, Fawnskin, CA 92333 United States

Elevation: 2,123 ft

Getting There

From I-10 in Redlands, take Highway 330 to Highway 18 in Running Springs. Continue east on Highway 18 at Big Bear Lake Dam, go straight at the dam and follow Highway 18. Turn onto Summit Boulevard and continue to a block wall. Turn left into the c...

Nearest town

Fawnskin, CA - 6 mi

About 14 min to downtown

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.

Near Joshua Tree National Park

The closest entrance is: West Entrance Station

Approximate drive: 45.4 mi · over 1 hr (78 min)

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: November 3, 2026

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