Pinecrest California Map

About Pinecrest, California

Pinecrest is a locality in Nevada County, California, United States. Pinecrest is located at 39.1627°N, 120.9683°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 95364.

Pinecrest unfolds as a high-altitude haven, a scatter of homes and lodges clinging to the shoulders of granite-strewn slopes. It lies 25.6 miles north-east of Lincoln, CA (from Lincoln, CA: bearing 43°T), and is situated 6.3 miles south-east of Grass Valley. The air here possesses a crystalline clarity, thin and sharp, carrying the scent of pine needles and damp earth. Towering Jeffrey pines and firs dominate the landscape, their dark green canopies a stark contrast against the often brilliant blue of the Nevada County sky. Around Pinecrest, the terrain rises and falls with the ruggedness of the Sierra Nevada, a place where the very earth seems to breathe in slow, deliberate breaths. Sunlight, when it breaks through the dense evergreen cover, pools in shifting patterns on the forest floor, illuminating patches of wild azaleas and the occasional glint of mica in exposed rock. The story of Pinecrest is deeply entwined with the allure of its natural beauty, particularly its proximity to the shimmering expanse of Pinecrest Lake. This glacial jewel, a focal point for recreation, draws visitors who come to fish, boat, and simply soak in the alpine serenity. For decades, Pinecrest has been a summer retreat, a place where families have built traditions, their laughter echoing amongst the trees. The local economy, though modest, thrives on this influx of seasonal visitors, with small general stores and rustic lodging providing essential services. Though the echoes of its logging past are faint, the enduring character of Pinecrest lies in its commitment to preserving the wild heart of the Sierra, a quiet promise whispered by the wind through the pines.

About This Pinecrest Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Pinecrest, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.162673, -120.968278. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Pinecrest and Nevada County.

Detailed location data for Pinecrest includes the ZIP code (95945), telephone area code (530, 408, 669), county seat of Nevada County (Nevada City), and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Pinecrest is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.