Plan Your Visit

 

Your Guide to Visiting Pinnacles National Park

Pinnacles National Park offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, rock climbing, wildlife watching, wildflower viewing, and immersing in nature. It’s a place of solitude, challenge, and an escape from urban life, providing a natural retreat from the San Francisco and Monterey Bay areas.

When to Visit Pinnacles:

Spring: The best time for hiking, with green grasses and wildflowers along the trails.
Fall & Winter: Cooler weather makes outdoor activities enjoyable.
Summer: Extreme temperatures can make hiking uncomfortable or dangerous for the unprepared.

Before your visit, always check the weather forecast and plan accordingly to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.

Basic Information
Directions & Transportation
Eating and Sleeping
Things to do
Calendar
Safety
Accessibility
Current Conditions
Keep Wildlife Wild
Top 10 Tips for Summer Visitors

Safety Tips for Hikers:

Make sure to stay hydrated! We recommend consuming at least one liter of water per hour while hiking, regardless of the weather conditions.

Additional Resources:

For more trip planning tips and information about Pinnacles and the surrounding area, visit our park partner, the Pinnacles National Park Foundation.

Stay Connected:

Download the official NPS App and save Pinnacles for offline use before your visit!