Meadowview Campground

Photo · Dodge Ridge Mountain Resort

OpenSeason 05-01 – 10-31

ReservableAccess

100Sites

49 ftMax rig

The place

IMPORTANT CAMPGROUND UPDATE — RESERVATIONS REQUIRED Beginning Summer 2026 , ALL CAMPSITES at Meadowview Campground will require advance reservations during peak season . Peak Season: Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend These sites were previously first-come, first-served and will no longer be available without a reservation during this time period. Please plan ahead to secure your site. Meadowview campground is located by Pinecrest Lake, just 30 miles east of Sonora, at an elevation of 5600 feet. The area includes a day-use beach and a marina, a small shopping center and Coffee Shop. Keep reading

The campground caters to all ages and is within walking distance of the lake, an amphitheater, visitor center, swimming beach and spectacular hiking trails. Meadowview offers a variety of tent, trailer, and RV camping with access to all the fishing, hiking, swimming, paddling and everything else that Pinecrest Lake is famous for. The area is mostly forested and each site has a paved parking pad, picnic table, and fire ring. Pets are welcome, but must be compliant with Tuolumne County leash laws and never be left unattended. Recreation The Pinecrest Lake National Recreation Trail takes hikers on an easy 4-mile stroll around Pinecrest Lake. Rainbow trout is a common catch in the lake and swimming is enjoyed at the sandy beach. Educational programs are also a highlight of the recreation area. Bike rentals are on hand so campers can bike around the area. Facilities Amenities for each site includes a paved parking pad, picnic table and campfire ring. Drinking water is handy and restrooms have flush toilets, sinks and a utility sink. No RV hookups area available and no showers. 100-200 loops remain first come first serve. Natural Features Many campsites are shaded by trees and sit near the southwest side of the 300-acre Pinecrest Lake in Stanislaus National Forest. In this beautiful mountain landscape, wildlife viewing opportunities include marmots, squirrels, coyotes and deer. Stanislaus National Forest is situated in the central Sierra Nevada Mountains, between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite. The area boasts gorgeous views of snow-capped mountain peaks and California's Great Central Valley. Nearby Attractions Located in the nearby area are several activities. There are ample hiking trails, horseback riding, fishing, mountain bike riding, and water activities. Pinecrest lake is a boating and swimming recreation area with restaurants, stores, boat rentals, and an outdoor movie theater. Dodge Ridge Mountain Resort is a ski area in the winter and in the summer is a basecamp for mountain biking, hiking, and a great indoor/outdoor BBQ. Aspen Meadow Pack Station is three miles from Pinecrest Lake and offers horseback rides and trail head for hiking. Kennedy Meadows is 30 miles east of Pinecrest and offers great river access for fishing, horse bike rides, hiking, and restaurants. Sonora Pass, a scenic winding highway that has guided people across the Sierra Nevada since 1852, is located nearby.

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

The sites · 100

Loop	Site	Type	Max rig	Electric
100	101	tent only nonelectric	30 ft	—
100	102	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—
100	103	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—
100	104	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—
100	105	standard nonelectric	20 ft	—
100	106	standard nonelectric	20 ft	—
100	107	standard nonelectric	20 ft	—
100	108	tent only nonelectric	20 ft	—
100	109	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—
100	110	standard nonelectric	18 ft	—
100	111	standard nonelectric	22 ft	—
100	112	standard nonelectric	20 ft	—
100	113	standard nonelectric	20 ft	—
100	114	standard nonelectric	18 ft	—
100	115	standard nonelectric	19 ft	—
100	116	standard nonelectric	38 ft	—
100	117	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—
100	118	standard nonelectric	35 ft	—
100	119	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—
100	120	standard nonelectric	23 ft	—
100	121	standard nonelectric	33 ft	—
100	122	standard nonelectric	33 ft	—
100	123	tent only nonelectric	—	—
100	124	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—
100	125	standard nonelectric	23 ft	—
100	126	standard nonelectric	38 ft	—
100	127	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—
100	128	standard nonelectric	29 ft	—
100	129	standard nonelectric	31 ft	—
100	130	standard nonelectric	33 ft	—
100	131	standard nonelectric	35 ft	—
100	132	standard nonelectric	35 ft	—
100	133	standard nonelectric	39 ft	—
100	134	standard nonelectric	39 ft	—
100	135	standard nonelectric	39 ft	—
100	136	standard nonelectric	39 ft	—
100	137	standard nonelectric	20 ft	—
100	138	standard nonelectric	19 ft	—
100	139	standard nonelectric	—	—
200	201	standard nonelectric	20 ft	—
200	202	tent only nonelectric	—	—
200	203	standard nonelectric	24 ft	—
200	204	standard nonelectric	19 ft	—
200	205	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—
200	206	tent only nonelectric	—	—
200	207	tent only nonelectric	—	—
200	208	standard nonelectric	35 ft	—
200	209	standard nonelectric	20 ft	—
200	210	tent only nonelectric	—	—
200	211	standard nonelectric	22 ft	—
200	212	tent only nonelectric	—	—
200	213	tent only nonelectric	—	—
200	214	standard nonelectric	22 ft	—
200	215	tent only nonelectric	—	—
200	216	standard nonelectric	35 ft	—
200	217	standard nonelectric	20 ft	—
200	218	tent only nonelectric	—	—
200	219	standard nonelectric	22 ft	—
200	220	standard nonelectric	22 ft	—
200	221	standard nonelectric	22 ft	—

SHOWING 60 OF 100 SITES

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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SRC · Rules verified against recreation.gov · 2026-08-24

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