Pine Knoll Campground campground
Pine Knoll Campground
Reservations are accepted at Pine Knoll Campground, ensuring that campers can secure their preferred campsite in advance. This is especially important during peak seasons when the campground tends to get busy. It is recommended to make reservations ahead of time to guarantee a camping spot.
The best time of year to visit Pine Knoll Campground is during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is pleasant and temperatures are moderate. It is worth noting that summers can get quite hot, so planning outdoor activities accordingly is crucial. The campground is situated in a beautiful natural setting, surrounded by majestic trees and offering scenic views. Visitors can explore the nearby hiking trails or enjoy water activities in the nearby lake. However, campers should be cautious of wildlife in the area, ensuring that food is properly stored and all precautions are taken to avoid any encounters with animals.
Overall, Pine Knoll Campground is a fantastic destination for campers seeking a serene and well-equipped camping experience in California.
What's on-site at Pine Knoll Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Pine Knoll Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagles Ridge Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Oak Knoll Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Quails Roost Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lake Nacimiento | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| South Shore San Antonio | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Pine Knoll Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Nacimiento R Bl Nacimiento Dam Nr Bradley Ca | 261 cfs | → |
| Nacimiento R Bl Sapaque C Nr Bryson Ca | 5 cfs | → |
| Salinas R Nr Bradley Ca | 359 cfs | → |
| San Antonio R Nr Lockwood Ca | · | → |
| Estrella R Nr Estrella Ca | 0 cfs | → |
| Salinas R A Paso Robles Ca | 3 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- San Antonio Recreation Area
- San Miguel Park
- San Luis Obispo C Fairgrounds
- Paso Robles City Park
- Robbins Field
- Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument
Boat launches
- Resort Drive, Paso Robles
- Resort Drive San Luis Obispo County
- Village Road San Luis Obispo County
- Saddle Way San Luis Obispo County
- Lynch Road, Bradley
- Mistletoe Lane San Luis Obispo County
Fishing spots
- Nacimiento Lake
- Lake Nacimiento
- Lake San Antonio
- Barney Schwartz Park Lake
- Franklin Hot Springs
- Whale Rock Reservoir
Points of interest
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Pine Knoll Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Pine Knoll Campground
Can I make reservations at Pine Knoll Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Pine Knoll Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Pine Knoll Campground.