Pioneer Trail Campground, Pinecrest, CA

Pioneer Trail Campground is located in the Summit Ranger District, Stanislaus National Forest (1 hr 44 min northeast of Merced, CA) with an elevation of 5,861 feet. There are a total of 3 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 40 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. Fees range from $105.36 to $145.54. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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Campsite Reviews (6)

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@HolyYCD3014E9D · Camped on Oct 13, 2023 at Campsite #3
Peace and quiet
@CarlosC4BF3860 · Camped on Aug 13, 2023 at Campsite #1
Very noisy campers next to us. Up yelling all night. Didnt sleep very much because of this. Would like a refund.
@KaT070F0424DD9 · Camped on Jun 9, 2023 at Campsite #2
There was plenty of space for a large group to gather. Plenty of parking, picnic tables and BBQ grills. Also plenty of shades.
@AlexC6737302 · Camped on May 6, 2022 at Campsite #3
wasn't able to visit and tried to cancel 7 days out but the cancel policy is 14 days out. I had to forfeit my 1st night. Not good. Expensive mistake. Suggestion, please make this a 7 day cancel similar to other CA camp grounds. thanks
@Claudiaa486986 · Camped on Aug 27, 2021 at Campsite #2
It felt like ranger did nothing but spy on us.
@Claudiaa677 · Camped on Aug 27, 2021 at Campsite #2
It felt like ranger did nothing but spy on us.

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