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Meadowview Campground

Stanislaus National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Meadowview Campground is a campground in Stanislaus National Forest, California with 92 campsites. Meadowview Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Meadowview Campground is located at 38.1865° N, 120.0038° W.

people allowed on each site: 6

Meadowview Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Changes allowed: 5 change(s) per reservation
Maximum reservations at once: 14 reservations

Published by Recreation.gov for Meadowview Campground, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at Meadowview Campground

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Standard 83
Tent 9

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, biking, wildlife, photography, horse riding.

All sites at Meadowview Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps
101	100	Tent	6
102	100	Standard	6
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212	200	Tent	6
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About Meadowview Campground

Overview

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. 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.

Dodge Ridge Mountain Resort is open for summer operations offering mountain bike trails, hiking, disc golf, indoor and outdoor games and more!

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.

Rules and notices at Meadowview Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Meadowview Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Welcome to Meadowview Campground

► 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. We look forward to hosting you at Meadowview Campground!

CAMPGROUND RULES & REGULATIONS

Operated By Dodge Ridge Mountain Resort Under Special Use Permit From Stanislaus National Forest

CAMPERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR KNOWING AND ABIDING ALL INNKEEPER RULES

CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT

Check-In: 2 P.M. | Check-Out: 11 A.M. Leave Site Clean And Free Of Debris.

Reservations: Will Be Checked Into Reserved Site at 2 P.M.

Walk-Up Reservations: Select From Available Posted Sites Only. Do Not Register For Occupied Sites.

Failure To Register/Pay Within 30 Minutes May Result In Fines And/Or Eviction.

Your Official Receipt Must Be Completely Filled Out And Posted At Your Campsite Available For Inspection.

Your Campsite Must Be Occupied (Slept In) The First Night; Camping Gear (Tent, RV) Must Stay Set Up To Show Your Site Is Occupied. NO SAVING SITES

Maximum Stay: 14 Days for Any Person Or Group. This Includes Camping Equipment.

CAPACITY LIMITS

Max Of 6 People Per Site.

Up To 2 Licensed Vehicles Per Site (Includes Cars, Travel Trailers, Boats, Utility Trailers, Etc.).

3 Tents Or 1 Rv/Trailer + 1 Tent Per Site.

VEHICLES

Speed Limit: 5 Mph.

All Vehicles, Including Trailers, Must Be Parked Behind White Line With All Tires On The Parking Pad.

Overflow Parking Available At Pinecrest School Rd Access From Dodge Ridge Rd. (see map)

EMPTY CAMSITES MAY NOT BE USED FOR PARKING.

Off-Highway Vehicles Or Other Unregistered/Unlicenced Vehicles Are Not Allowed In The Campground.

Riding In The Back Of A Truck Is Prohibited Under C.A Law CVC23116(A) All C.A State Vehicle Laws Apply In Campground Roadways.

SANITATION & WATER

No Water Hookups For Trailers/RVs. Potable Water Is For Small Containers (5 Gallons Or Less). DO NOT CONNECT ANYTHING TO WATER SPIGOTS In Campgrounds.

No Bathing, Cleaning Fish Or Dishwashing At Water Spigots. Dishwashing Is Only Allowed In Utility Sinks At Restrooms.

Do Not Drain RV Sewage Onto The Ground. Gray Water May Be Collected In A Container, Filtered And Dispersed Over The Forest Floor, Away From The Camping Area. Dump Station Located On HWY 108.

Dispose Of All Trash INSIDE Of Dumpsters With The Lid Closed And Locked. Do Not Leave Garbage Outside Of The Dumpsters. If Trash Does Not Fit In Container, Pack It Out.

NOISE

Quiet Hours Are From 10 P.M. To 6 A.M. No Loud Noises (Music, Conversations, Dogs, Etc.). Day Use Areas And Beaches Are Closed During These Hours.

Generators: Limited To Up To 3 Hours Per Day Between 8 A.M. And 8 P.M.

Chainsaw Use: 10 A.M. - 5 P.M. For Cutting Firewood Only. No Cutting Of Standing/Live Trees.

ADDITIONAL RULES

Dogs: Never Leave Unattended Or Unleashed. Clean Up After Your Dog. Pets Are Not Allowed On Beaches.

Skateboards/Rollerblades: Not Allowed. Bikes/Scooters Follow One-Way Signs-18 Helmets Required

Campfires: Must Be Contained In Fire Rings With Minimal Flame And Attended By An Adult At All Times. Daytime Fires Are Discouraged.

Only Dead And Downed Wood Within Campground Limits May Be Collected For Campfires.

Do Not Use Nails/Axes In Trees. Hammocks May Be Hung With Rope Only.

Do Not Move Picnic Tables Or Make Tarp Walls Around Campsites.

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Meadowview Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Meadowview Campground?

Meadowview Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 92 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Meadowview Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Meadowview Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Meadowview Campground have?

Meadowview Campground has 92 campsites.