No detected openings were recorded in the last 90 days. Campsite Sniper monitors Pinecrest Day Use Area continuously and will alert you if that changes.
Of the 549 tracked reservation dates (Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027): 549 open for online reservation.
Where the open windows are
Load status
Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027Of the open reservation dates on mapped day-use units, 315 fall on weekdays and 234 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Nov 2026 – May 2027December holds the most room. 93 of 93 reservation dates are still open there.
Holiday windows — day use
Units open per date · of 3 day-use units| Window | Date | Units open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 3 | Open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 3 | Open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 3 | Open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 3 | Open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 3 | Open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 3 | Open |
| FRI Jan 1 | 3 | Open | |
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Thanksgiving: 3 day-use units are available for all three dates. Christmas: 3 day-use units are available for both dates. New Year: 3 day-use units are available for both dates. Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked date.
Availability by day-use unit
Most open reservation dates · tracked window| Unit | Open reservation dates |
|---|---|
| Cedar | 183 |
| Fir | 183 |
| Pine | 183 |
The 3 day-use units with the most open reservation dates in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Next windows
As of Nov 2, 2026 snapshotThe next bookable date is Nov 2; the first open weekend starts Nov 6. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Reservation dates
All 3 day-use units with current availability
| Unit | Open reservation dates | Consecutive dates | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar | 183 | 183 dates | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more |
| Fir | 183 | 183 dates | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more |
| Pine | 183 | 183 dates | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more |
About Pinecrest Day Use Area
Overview
Pinecrest Lake is located 40 minutes east of Sonora, California, and is within a 3-hour drive from major metropolitan areas including San Francisco, Sacramento and many valley cities. The lake is located at 5,600 feet elevation and provides cool summer relief, spectacular scenery, and lake shore beaches for relaxing, swimming and picnics.
Recreation
Pinecrest Lake is popular for swimming, hiking, kayaking, fishing and sailing (small boats). A nearby resort offers boat rentals, lodging and groceries. Movies and interpretive programs are provided in the evenings at the amphitheater, also located in the day use area. Two campgrounds within the Pinecrest Basin offer opportunities at nearly 300 campsites within one mile from the Pinecrest Day Use Area. *Outdoor movie showings and interpretive programs typically end for the season by mid-October due to weather. Please check for availability.
Facilities
Group use sites are fully accessible and provide group size pedestal grills, food storage boxes, group picnic tables and food prep table. Water hydrants and recycle and garbage cans are also located within the sites. Flush toilets are located nearby.
* Water hydrants are not available during the winter months due to freezing. ** Group sites may be under snow during winter months. Please plan accordingly as accessibility may be limited after heavy snowfall.
Natural Features
The day use area is surrounded by mixed conifer, providing shade during warm summer days. The group picnic sites are located within sight of the lake offering easy access to the lake, beach and hiking trails.
Nearby Attractions
The Pinecrest National Recreation Trail traverses Pinecrest Lake for an easy four mile hike. Numerous opportunities for swimming, fishing, boating and lake play are within 100 feet from each group use picnic site.
Getting there
Pinecrest Day Use area is located approximately 35 miles east of Sonora, CA on Highway 108. The day use area is located on Pinecrest Lake Road, 1 mile from the intersection with Highway 108.
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Pinecrest Day Use Area?
Reservations for Pinecrest Day Use Area are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 549 of 549 tracked reservation dates are open (100%), though availability can change. Pick the unit on the map to see its reservation calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this facility for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 18:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
Which month has the most availability at Pinecrest Day Use Area?
December 2026, with 93 open reservation dates in the current snapshot of 93.
When is the next open date at Pinecrest Day Use Area?
As of the Nov 2, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Mon, Nov 2 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Nov 6. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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