Eating & Sleeping

Plan Your Stay at Pinnacles National Park: Camping, Lodging, and Dining

Visiting Pinnacles National Park offers an opportunity to connect with nature, and planning ahead will help make your trip as enjoyable as possible. Whether you’re camping under the stars, exploring nearby towns for lodging, or enjoying a picnic in one of the park’s scenic areas, here's everything you need to know.

Camping at Pinnacles National Park

The Pinnacles Campground is located on the east side of the park. For camping reservations, visit www.recreation.gov.
For more information about camping, you can:

Lodging Near Pinnacles National Park

There is no lodging available within Pinnacles National Park. However, nearby communities offer various places to stay. For options, visit our Lodging Page to explore local chambers of commerce for recommendations.

Restaurants, Grocery Stores, & Picnic Areas

There are no restaurants or grocery stores within Pinnacles National Park. However, the Pinnacles Campground Storeon the east side offers a small selection of food items for purchase. Nearby communities also provide restaurants and grocery services.

Pinnacles National Park has four picnic areas:

  1. Day Use Area (behind the Park Store and Camp Store)
  2. Peaks View Parking Area
  3. Bear Gulch Picnic Area (East Side)
  4. Chaparral Picnic Area (West Side)

Protect Wildlife: Keep Food Safe

Help us protect Pinnacles' wildlife by following these guidelines:

  • Never feed wild animals.
  • Store food in hard-sided containers or in your vehicle.
  • Clean up all trash and leftovers, including small crumbs.

Last updated: October 15, 2024

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

5000 East Entrance Road
Paicines, CA 95043

Phone:

831 389-4486
Please call the number above for all park related inquiries. For camping questions contact the Pinnacles Campground at (831) 200-1722. For the park book store, please call (831) 389-4485.

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