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This information is a public record of the 1979 NRT application and may be out of date if it has not been updated by a trail manager --
check with the trail manager for updated details before visiting.

Pinecrest Lake NRT

USDA Forest Service Urban Trail
  • Length
    4 miles
  • Elevation Gain
    --
  • Route Type
    out & back
 (1 review)

The trail circles Pinecrest Lake near the water's edge, providing scenic views of the lake and surrounding area.

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Trail and picnic area at Pinecrest Lake. Photo by Laurie Cashman.
Trail and picnic area at Pinecrest Lake. Photo by Laurie Cashman.
Pinecrest National Recreation Trail
Pinecrest National Recreation Trail
  • Trail and picnic area at Pinecrest Lake. Photo by Laurie Cashman.
  • Trail and picnic area at Pinecrest Lake. Photo by Laurie Cashman.
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Location: Pinecrest, CA., In Stanislaus National Forest, at Pinecrest Lake 31 mi. E of Sonora on SR 108.

  • States: California
  • Counties: Tuolumne

This beautiful and moderately easy National Recreation Trail follows the shoreline around Pinecrest Lake, crossing the Stanislaus River, the lake's inlet, and the dam. Turn right off Highway 108 at Pinecrest Lake Road. Hike clockwise starting from the Pinecrest Lake Marina or counterclockwise starting from the south shore day-use parking area. Dogs must be on a leash (Tuolumne County Leash Law enforced).


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Reviews

Randall Stafford
Randall Stafford
Jul 6, 2026
Easy Hike Around Scenic Mtn Lake

Was staying with local, while doing a PCT thru-hike, who suggested this trail as a morning jog. Great morning jog, discovered it was NRT while doing run. Beautiful view of the lake, well maintained with metal steps, concrete reinforcement, bridges and dam.

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Allowed Uses:

Swimming Dogs, on leash Hiking/Walking Snow, cross-country skiing Snow, snowshoeing

Other Activities

  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Snow, snow play general

Public Contact

Karen Caldwell
Stanislaus National Forest
#1 Pinecrest Lake Rd.
Pinecrest, CA 95364
[email protected] • (206) 965-3434

www.fs.usda.gov/stanislau

Contact the trail manager for current maps and visiting details.

More Details

  • Elevation (low): 5619
  • Elevation (high): 5719
  • Elevation (cumulative): --
  • Part of a Trail System? No
  • Surface (primary): Soil
  • Surfaces (additional): Soil
  • Tread Width (average): 20"
  • Tread Width (minimum): --
  • Running length (minimum): --
  • Tread Grade (average, percent): 7
  • Tread Grade (maximum): 15
  • Running length (maximum): --
  • Cross-slope (average, percent): --
  • Cross-slope (maximum): --
  • Running length (maximum): --
  • Certified as an NRT
    Nov 15, 1979
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