Pinecrest Lake

Pinecrest, California · Lake

A scenic 300-acre Sierra Nevada lake at 5,600 ft elevation within Stanislaus National Forest, popular for swimming, fishing, kayaking, and hiking a 4-mile shoreline trail. Camping, boat rentals, and nearby ski access make it a year-round destination.

Campgrounds

• Pinecrest Campground — 196 sites · 5,612 ft · reserve
• Meadowview Campground — 97 sites · 5,592 ft · reserve

Coordinates: 38.1921, -119.9933.

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