Pine Top Wilderness Campground

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National Park Service

Campground · National Park Service Fees: Permit Reservation Fee: $6.00; Permit Per-Person-Per-Night Recreation Fee: $6.00 Reservations: A Wilderness Use Permit is required for use of any wilderness camping and can be obtained up to one day in advance of your trip. Advanced reservations for Wilderness Use Permits are available through… A Wilderness Use Permit is required for all use of these campsites. Pine Top is the backcountry campground in closest proximity to the Bowl and offers excellent views of the park's highest peaks. Pine Top is an excellent choice for a single night backpack trip. It is 3.9 miles from Pine Springs Trailhead via the Tejas and Bush Mountain Trails. Elevation gain is 2,300 feet. Though secluded in trees, Pine Top is susceptible to high winds & lightning. Eight designated campsites are defined by tent pads. Official page: https://www.nps.gov/gumo/planyourvisit/pt_wcg.htm Source: National Park Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: NPS Photo