The Best Camping in Arnold

When thinking of the iconic Sequoias of the Sierra Nevada, one usually thinks of Yosemite and Sequoia National Park. However, there is a often forgotten area of Giant Sierra Redwoods that gets far less traffic than the more popular groves. The North Grove Trail takes you through a grove of over 1...

North Fork of the Stanislaus River from Wa Ka Luu Hep Yoo Campground is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Long Barn, California.

Beardsley Dam is a first come, first serve campground. Each site is equipped with a fire ring, picnic table, and bear boxes. The cost for a family site is $10 per night. The campground provides bathrooms, but not potable water - so bring enough for cooking and drinking. The campground is typicall...

The campground operates on a first come, first serve basis and is typically open from May - September. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and a fire ring. The campground provides potable water and bathrooms. The fee is $10/night for a single family site, or $25/night for a group site. ...

Pinecrest Peak Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Pinecrest, California.

Pinecrest Lake Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Strawberry, California.

This 6+ mile hike is located at Pinecrest Lake in the Stanislaus National Forest located in Tuolumne County and features a lake, river, forest, waterfall, and swimming hole. It is accessible year-round,  in winter there will be snow, and the hike is dog friendly except between May 15th-September ...

Cleo's Bath Trail via Pinecrest Lake Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Pinecrest, California.

Pioneer Trail Group Campground is a true wonderland: amazing wildlife viewing opportunities, views of snow-capped mountain peaks, and a gorgeous lake filled with rainbow trout. Pinecrest Lake is perfect for fishing, boating, hiking, and swimming. The Pinecrest Lake National Recreation Trail is a ...

Shriner Lake Trail via Tanglefoot Trailhead is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Pioneer, California.

Lake Alpine and Duck Lake Loop is a 14.8 kilometer moderately trafficked loop trail located near Arnold, California.

Grouse Lake and Mud Lake is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Pinecrest, California.

Dardanelles Pack Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see wildflowers located near Pinecrest, California.

Crabtree Trail to Bear Lake is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Mi Wuk Village, California.

Start by picking up your wilderness permit at the Summit Ranger Station near Pinecrest - (209) 965-3434. There's no quota for this area, so no need for reservations in advance. To reach the trailhead, make your way south from the Ranger Station and turn left onto Crabtree Rd. Drive along this ro...

Getting There Take 108 to Pinecrest Lake to pick up a free backcountry permit at the Summit Ranger Station. (If you reach Strawberry you've gone too far.) Continue past Beardsley Lake to Clark's Fork Road on the left. Cross two bridges and Forest Route 6N06 will take you to the trailhead (County ...