Great hike through caves and up to the reservoir. Enjoyed watching rock climbing - especially the boy scout troop that was getting a badge. Did not get to see condors on this trip. More

This was my first time to Pinnacles and we enjoyed many wildflowers, birds and butterflies. We started our hike around 10 AM and it was quite hot. I suggest and earlier start, at least by 8 AM to fully enjoy the experience when the temp is cooler. Remember to bring lots of water. The views are magnificent. More

I really loved this place and I only wish I had more time to visit. I spent half a day at Pinnacles but it's enough to give it a 5 star rating. Along with a friend I did the short hike to Bear Gulch Reservoir. This was a relative easy and short hike but quite unique. It goes through some... More

I've been to Pinnacles a few times now: November, June, and April. April - hands down. Lots of blooming flowers and water in the creeks, though we didn't see any Condors like we did when we went in June... It was really really hot in June with millions of annoying little flies, and I imagine it only gets worse as... More

Did the West side in March, after a hard rain. I hadn't been here in about fifteen years. We did the balcony hike. We were impressed by the sheer grandness anfpd overwhelming majesty of the titanic spires, fins and boulders. Very beautiful. We made it to the caves, but as they were very wet, d/t recent rains, we couldn't continue.... More

We spent two nights at Pinnacles in the RV campground. Loved the hiking,the birds, and animals. Our longest hike was the Condor Gulch - High Peaks Loop. Do not be intimidated by information about the ladders and scrambles over the rocks. We are over 60 and handled it with ease, though I felt a little vertigo at one point. While... More

Pinnacles is near Hollister, CA which is about 2 hours drive from bay area. From the east visitor center, there is a shuttle to the Bear Gulch Cave area. There are plenty of hiking trails of various types which can cover everyone. Make sure to carry a flashlight to go inside the cave. More

Great hiking trails. Some caves formed by large rock falls into canyons. And then there is the opportunity to possibly see Condors if you get views of the high ridges. More

This place offers great views from atop the mountains, which are fun to hike. Although the slopes are pretty steep (you need some exercise to complete the loops), the astonishing views compensate for that. Definitely worth a visit, although a car is required to get there. Bring plenty of water, as most trails are in open space. More