State Park
Pineknot
San Bernardino National Forest · Big Bear, CA
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- Address:Big Bear, CA
About
Big Bear Lake 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. Recreation Its location at the base of a ski mountain provides visitors with unlimited access to popular lift-served mountain biking trails. Hikers also enjoy the campground's proximity to a number of trails that vary in levels of difficulty. Big Bear Lake offers a variety of water-related recreation opportunities, including boating and fishing. A marina is located about five miles from the campground. The cold waters of the lake aren't too popular for swimming, but canoeing and sailing on the lake are viable options. Facilities The campground offers dozens of single-family sites for tent or RV camping. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. No hookups are available. Trash collection bins are also available and a campground host is on-site. A dump station is available across the lake at Serrano Campground. Natural Features The campground sits at the base of Snow Summit Ski Resort at an elevation of 6,900 feet. It is nestled in a dense forest of fir, pine and oak trees, which provide ample shade in the campground. Nearby Attractions The adjacent town of Big Bear Lake provides opportunities for shopping and dining. ADA Access: N
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Amenities
Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Dump Station
Firewood
Accessible
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Trash Service
Cell Service
Pet Policy
Pets allowed on leash
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Pineknot
Trail
Beast Trail
California
11.3 mi4,242 ftgain
Expert
Trail
Snow Summit Log Chute Loop
California
1.6 mi1,227 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Miracle Mile Trail
California
3.1 mi1,263 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Bristlecone Road
California
2.9 mi236 ftgain
Easy
Trail
San Bernadino Town Trail
California
1.9 mi522 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Skyline to Snow Summit
California
7.7 mi1,926 ftgain
Difficult
Hunt context
Hunting units around this campground
During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the California hunting page
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