Pineknot Campground, CA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

Pineknot Campground is located in the Mountaintop Ranger District, San Bernardino National Forest (1 hr 11 min northeast of Yucaipa, CA) with an elevation of 6,993 feet. There are a total of 47 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 26 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $34.00 per night. Some amenities include flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

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4.5 out of 5

5 star		67%
4 star		18%
3 star		7%
2 star		2%
1 star		4%

@SusanW3089432 · Camped on Jul 17, 2025 at Campsite #33

Beautiful campsite. Clean. Shady. Quiet. Friendly camp host. Welcoming and friendly and helpful.

@Christine30365 · Camped on Jul 7, 2025 at Campsite #30

Beautiful campground and convenient location. Site 30 was big enough for 3 tents and trees for our hammocks. The camp host was so nice and attentive.

@MichelleG91209 · Camped on Jul 3, 2025 at Campsite #6

Very peaceful, clean, lots of shade we lived this campground, just no showers

@JohnK6536193 · Camped on Jul 3, 2025 at Campsite #30

Beautiful campsite. Good facilities. Camp was full but didn't feel too crowded.

@CatarinaNA5839 · Camped on Jul 2, 2025 at Campsite #45

Loved it BUT there was a family of coyotes at the top of my site (45). Luckily my 22lb dog was alright I didnt leave her out of my site but I definitely heard the coyote pups and saw two big adult coyotes.

@CelesteD5E38B5 · Camped on Jun 29, 2025 at Campsite #30

Really quiet peaceful camp site, close access to local businesses and the lake! Were able to walk down to the lake from the siteBeautiful park and friendly camp hosts.Many clean bathrooms (no showers)

@CoralE6C85749F · Camped on Jun 27, 2025 at Campsite #43

This campground is always great. A bit noisy/crowded but is an equivalent exchange for being adjacent to the mountain resort and Village. Village is walking distance along a wooded trail (Towne Trail) or by road. Good cell service and amenities. Camp hosts are friendly and sell firewood bundles they will bring to your campsite for $10 a bundle.

@LysaC8AB5022C8 · Camped on Jun 27, 2025 at Campsite #34

Location was great, experience not great. Understaffed!

@AMYS5542485 · Camped on Jun 25, 2025 at Campsite #40

Beautiful campground at the base of summit. Well maintained. Lots of potable water spigots. Clean bathrooms with stalls and flushable toilets. Were going back to the same site next month!

@NiciH665E39F33 · Camped on Jun 24, 2025 at Campsite #20

We stayed at site #20. Close to restroom, but also a lot of evening noise from some unsupervised teenagers who seemed to go back and forth several times. Really close to the MTB park. Would LOVE a shower, but getting to Serrano to take one wasn't too difficult. Convenient to get to town and other activities.

@CurtP5896122 · Camped on Jun 23, 2025 at Campsite #37

Our stay at Pineknot Campground was excellent. The campsites were wonderful, the bathrooms were clean, and the location within Big Bear is perfect!

@FaithC67938820 · Camped on Jun 22, 2025 at Campsite #40

We love this campground! It felt very private because of the trees, you can hear birds in the morning and coyotes at night. The restrooms were acceptable, not too clean but still very usable and not nausea inducing haha. We can't wait to be back.

@BrandenFA10302 · Camped on Jun 20, 2025 at Campsite #5

I purchased 2 campsites in pineknott campsites 04 and 05. I ended up using only 1 campsite. 04 a camper and son asked the host if there were any sites available they said no I offered my 2nd one up was told I can't do it. I kid you not 10 minutes later a different vehicle parked in my already paid for site and was validated by the camp hosts so they double booked a reserved campsite I paid for 6 months in advance I wasn't given a refund nor did I give permission to these new individuals to use my paid for camp site after I was told I can't do that by the camp host. I don't know how to say it other then theft by pineknott I will never return to pineknott campsites as I have a terrible taste in my mouth becuase of said incident I have posted it on posts on social media and online.

@KarenD6822172 · Camped on Jun 18, 2025 at Campsite #47

The site was spotless when we arrived. The hosts take care of this campground well. Great location. Rv dumpnstation located at serrano campground if you need it.

@LeticiaND09040 · Camped on Jun 17, 2025 at Campsite #1

Very nice and clean campground. It was hot in June and my spot was in the full sun until mid afternoon. Host was nice and helpful. Only negative for me was its right next to town and condos. Would not pick this campground again just because of this but may be convenient for others.

@AdamaD141C4BAC · Camped on Jun 16, 2025 at Campsite #39

It was quiet in our location. There was enough shade and a breeze, so it was pleasant. There was a coyote that walked by adjacent to our campsite during the day with no problem. The camp host was nice and helpful.

@MichelleJ65569 · Camped on Jun 13, 2025 at Campsite #42

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.

@JeffP3506157 · Camped on Jun 11, 2025 at Campsite #46

Its way too loud here.

@AndrewB2067797 · Camped on Jun 10, 2025 at Campsite #31

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

@JesusRCB73A228 · Camped on Jun 6, 2025 at Campsite #8

Highly recommend this place. Its very peaceful and beautiful. Would camp here again. Biggest downfall no showers other than that best camping spot

@ReillyCF049696 · Camped on Jun 6, 2025 at Campsite #36

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.

@PaulM6940902 · Camped on Jun 6, 2025 at Campsite #3

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.

@DougC2292861 · Camped on May 30, 2025 at Campsite #6

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.

@NatasaM6FD7B69 · Camped on May 30, 2025 at Campsite #47

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

@LauraS4657948 · Camped on May 22, 2025 at Campsite #31

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

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