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4.5/5
(625) · National park in Paicines, United States
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Pinnacles National Park, located in California, United States, is a unique landscape formed by volcanic eruptions millions of years ago. Visitors can …

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4.5/5 · 625 reviews
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Jan 26, 2025
This park seems to be a hidden gem. My adult son and I felt like we had the park to ourselves on the day we were there. The trails we hiked were easy yet inspiring. Full review by Kathy D
Oct 9, 2024
the trails were well kept and the caves were wonderful.. I am 73 and made it but it was a challenge.. we walked early in the mornings because the afternoons were well above 100 degrees. the campgrou… Full review by janelle g
Sep 23, 2024
Not one of the National Parks you hear much about, but we thoroughly enjoyed this remote gem! And remote it is! (Don’t expect cell service for quite a wide perimeter around the park, or in it.). Be… Full review by Jill E

Questions & answers

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Is it a good time to visit the Pinnacle in Nov/Dec or will it be too hot?
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I would imagine that this would be one of the better times of the year to visit.
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Answer by Pitt-Duq · Oct 8, 2024
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Pinnacles during Thanksgiving? Snow? Road conditions? 2 adults, 4 kids, staying in a hotel nearby. We wanted to go …
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Pinnacles during Thanksgiving? Snow? Road conditions? 2 adults, 4 kids, staying in a hotel nearby. We wanted to go to Lassen, but reading on TripAdvisor forum that it is iffy in November.
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Road won't be bad, but it maybe cold and wet! Make sure the trails are open before you go! Recommend Death Valley instead. Lassen in July or August.
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What regulations apply to climbing at Pinnacles?
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Climbing is prohibited on routes where rockfall or dropped gear could pose a risk to hikers on established trails. This includes, but is not limited to, Moses Spring...
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