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Pinnacles National Park

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Pinnacles National Park
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Places in Pinnacles

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High Peaks, Pinnacles National ParkHigh PeaksAiry spires, condor views, and the park’s famous rock-cut stairsTrailhead · RestroomBalconies Cave, Pinnacles National ParkBalconies CaveShort, adventurous talus cave with dark squeezes and condor chancesTrailhead · ParkingBear Gulch Cave, Pinnacles National ParkBear Gulch CaveA moody talus cave leading to a hidden reservoir and fallsParking · RestroomBear Gulch Day Use Area, Pinnacles National ParkBear Gulch Day Use AreaTrail hub to caves and reservoir with picnic comfortsTrailhead · RestroomBear Gulch Reservoir, Pinnacles National ParkBear Gulch ReservoirCliff-ringed reservoir crowning the classic talus cave hikeScenic ViewpointMonolith, Pinnacles National ParkMonolithStriking rock wall above Bear Gulch Reservoir and cavesTrailhead · ParkingBalconies Cliffs, Pinnacles National ParkBalconies CliffsShort cliff-and-cave loop with big views and condor chancesTrailhead · ParkingNorth Chalone Peak, Pinnacles National ParkNorth Chalone PeakHighest point with sweeping views and condor chancesScenic Viewpoint

Trails in Pinnacles

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Bear Gulch Cave Trail, Pinnacles National ParkModerateBear Gulch Cave TrailTalus cave adventure to a cliff-top reservoir—bring real lights2 mi · 1.5 hrJuniper Canyon Trail, Pinnacles National ParkChallengingJuniper Canyon TrailSteep switchbacks to airy High Peaks, handrails, and a rock tunnel4.3 mi · 3 hrCondor Gulch to High Peaks Loop, Pinnacles National ParkChallengingCondor Gulch to High Peaks LoopSpiny spires, condors, and cliffside stairs on a gutsy loop5.3 mi · 3.8 hrHigh Peaks Trail, Pinnacles National ParkChallengingHigh Peaks TrailSteep, airy ridges, carved steps, and eye-level condor views.6.7 mi · 4.5 hrHigh Peaks to Balconies Cave Loop, Pinnacles National ParkChallengingHigh Peaks to Balconies Cave LoopCarved-in-rock heights meet a headlamp-only cave and condors8.4 mi · 4.4 hrCondor Gulch Trail, Pinnacles National ParkModerateCondor Gulch TrailShort, steep climb to big High Peaks views and likely condors.2 mi · 1.2 hrBalconies Cave Trail, Pinnacles National ParkModerateBalconies Cave TrailShort, scrambly talus cave with big cliff views—pure Pinnacles fun.2.4 mi · 1.5 hrOld Pinnacles Trail, Pinnacles National ParkModerateOld Pinnacles TrailCreekside stroll to talus caves, cliffs, and likely condor sightings5.3 mi · 4 hr

Find wildlife in Pinnacles

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California Condor in Pinnacles National ParkCalifornia CondorReports peak in the afternoon, around 1 PM47 sightingsMule Deer in Pinnacles National ParkMule DeerReports peak in the early evening, around 6 PM26 sightingsChipmunk in Pinnacles National ParkChipmunkReports peak in the early morning, around 7 AM19 sightingsTurkey Vulture in Pinnacles National ParkTurkey VultureReports peak in the afternoon, around noon33 sightingsAcorn Woodpecker in Pinnacles National ParkAcorn WoodpeckerReports peak in the early morning, around 8 AM26 sightingsSteller's Jay in Pinnacles National ParkSteller's JayReports peak in the early morning, around 8 AM16 sightingsQuail in Pinnacles National ParkQuailReports peak in the early morning, around 6 AM21 sightingsScrub-Jay in Pinnacles National ParkScrub-JayReports peak in the early morning, around 8 AM34 sightings

Before you go

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CAUTION

Active heat conditions

Hot conditions and a heat alert are active at Pinnacles; limit strenuous hiking to early morning and late evening and prepare for higher-than-forecast temperatures. - Temperatures in the High Peaks and Chalone Peak may be at least 10°F hotter than parking areas. - Actual park temperatures may be up to 6°F higher than National Weather Service forecasts, and rocky, exposed areas may be up to 10°F hotter than the actual temperature. - Carry at least 1 liter of water per hour of hiking and bring salty snacks, a hat, and sunscreen. - Know the signs and symptoms of heat-related illness; in a heat-related emergency, get to a cool place and seek help immediately. Check current conditions before hiking.

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CAUTION

Very high fire danger restrictions

Very high fire danger is active at Pinnacles; follow these fire restrictions. - Wood-burning fires and charcoal grills are prohibited. - Propane and gas stoves are allowed only for cooking food in designated campground and picnic areas. - Do not smoke on trails or park along roadsides. - Fireworks are always prohibited. Check current fire restrictions before traveling.

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CLOSURE

Upper Bear Gulch Cave closed

Upper Bear Gulch Cave is closed; Lower Bear Gulch Cave and Balconies Cave are open. - The Upper Cave is closed for extended periods to protect the endangered Townsend’s big-eared bats that roost there; the colony is listed as a sensitive species by California. - Visitors may pass through the Lower Cave without turning back while the Upper Cave is closed. - Caves can also close because of flooding, rockfalls, vandalism, sensitive bat populations, or other emergencies. Check current cave access before visiting.

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