CALIFORNIA ◆ National Parks

Pinnacles, the trip.

The volcanic remains of an extinct field — talus caves, rock spires, and one of the few places to see California condors in the wild.

Field guide ◆

Stand inside the place.

The volcanic remains of an extinct field — talus caves, rock spires, and one of the few places to see California condors in the wild. Use the interactive map on our destinations page to plan a route, and check our field guides for season-specific advice on this region.

Best seasonLate spring to early fall
Trip length2–4 days
DifficultyModerate
PermitRequired for overnight