Pinnacles
Park №49Pacific CoastEst. 2013

Pinnacles

California·26,606 acres·Spring & fall

Volcanic spires and talus caves shelter California condors and chaparral.

Best season
Spring & fall
Trip length
1 day
Acres
26,606
Region
Pacific Coast
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Highlights

  • High Peaks
    Eroded volcanic spires with hand-and-foot holds bolted into cliffs.
  • Bear Gulch Cave
    Talus cave you walk through — closes seasonally for bat pupping.
  • Balconies Cave

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