Pinnacles National Park
Volcanic spires, talus caves & condors
Pinnacles is a compact park of jagged volcanic rock spires, boulder-jammed talus caves, and California condors soaring overhead, an easy trip from the Bay Area or Monterey. Spring (wildflowers) and fall are best; summer is hot.
What to see
The top things to see in Pinnacles are High Peaks Trail, Bear Gulch Cave & Reservoir, Balconies Cave, Condor viewing. Start with condors over the high peaks if you only have one anchor, then use the rest of the list to shape a half-day or full-day route.
- High Peaks Trail
- Bear Gulch Cave & Reservoir
- Balconies Cave
- Condor viewing
- Wildflower season
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