The Details
Volcanic spires, talus caves, and California condors soar above the chaparral hills of the central coast range.
When To Visit
Best Time To Visit
MONTH BY MONTHFebruary–May (wildflowers, green hills) and October–November; summer temperatures often exceed 100°F.
Spring weekends are busy and parking lots fill early.
Heat is the main hazard June–September, so hike early. Bear Gulch Cave closes seasonally for bats, and winters are mild with some rain.
General patterns — conditions vary by year. Check current NPS alerts and road status before you go.
How Far
Park Entrances
SET YOUR LOCATIONNearest Airports
ESTIMATED DRIVE TO THE PARKDistances are rough estimates to the closest entrance. Check road and ferry conditions before you go.
What To Do
Top Things To Do
Where To Stay
Camping
Campgrounds inside the park are booked through Recreation.gov, and many fill months ahead.
FIND CAMPSITES ON RECREATION.GOV ↗Lodging & Nearby Towns
There’s no lodging inside this park, so most visitors stay in the nearby towns above.
Cool Facts & Figures
By The Numbers
Links
Plan Your Visit
OFFICIAL & TRUSTED SITESPinnacles