Pinnacles National Park in 24 Hours: Caves, High Peaks, Hikes & Camping
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- Pinnacles National Park in 24 Hours: Caves, High Peaks, Hikes & Camping
This video shows you the fantastic Pinnacles National Park, which is located in Central California and is one of the nation's newest national parks. Pinnacles National Park has two caves which are its main draws, as well as dozens of great hiking trails, especially through the high peaks area.
Here is what we visit:
- Campground
- Peaks View
- Bear Gulch Cave
- Bear Gulch Reservoir
- High Peaks
- Stargazing
- Balconies Cave
- Balconies Cliffs
- Visitors Center
- Bacon Ranch
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This was an outstandigly put together review of this park, I see many of your vids are shorter but this one is very comprehensive. your channel is a treasure trove for Cali travelers. if you keep this up in 20 yrs you might catch up to my man huell howser bless his soul.
Thanks for the comment, I appreciate it! I got a real long way to go before I can be anywhere near Huell though!
Hiked that whole park 2 years ago. There's a hidden diary on the far peaks that hold the thoughts of the very few that found it, good luck
Thanks for being our tour guide.
No problem, thanks for watching the video
that's my old stomping gournds :-/ totally sucks to be stuck in shitty ass Illinois now :-( I watch this and other Pinnacles vids while cycling and on the treadmill in the winter here. I used to run up the Soledad face, kick back on the bench at the top, then jog the route around. Afterward I'd climb the falcon's nest!!! Miss it so much. It's amazing that you have this on here to revive my spirits while stuck in this hell :-/
Great job presenting this adventurous place.
Went the other day $25 pass good for the whole week. Unfortunately, bear gulch caves were closed due to the bat's mating season. Still had a great time caught some frogs, water snakes, seen foxes, and bats. Super rad. Highly recommend it.
Thanks for the comment, bummer about the cave being closed but glad you still had a good time
Let's enjoy the beauties in America, First and always!!
I live close to this park. I used to go often as a kid. Loved it. Maybe this is a sign to go on another hike there
The US Nations Parks are so well cared! Thanks for sharing these wonders with us. Your videos are amazing!
Pernada Outdoor Trekking what country are you in?
love this - Ive walked those trails hundreds of times over the last decade or so and you really did the park justice
Such quality and helpful content! Thank you!
Thanks for touring the Pinnacles National Park . Loved your smile too through out the tour.
My husband and I took our toddler to The Pinnacles two days ago. We only did the Bear Gulch Trail. After watching your video, I cannot wait to get to the Balconies and High Peaks Trail. Fun video to watch. Thanks.
Thanks for the video my man, going to Pinns next week! Can't wait!
Wow!! what a beautiful place!!
Great video and a great service to those who want to visit as well as those who can’t.
Thanks for the comment and for watching the video
My hubby and I love this park! We were there a few weeks ago and got to see a pair of Condors up close! It is a truly unique and magical place!
It’s crazy to see the climbers you guys are bad ass
Thanks for checking this one out. I'd been curious about this park for the longest time.
No problem, I have been 3-4 times and I always find more to explore there.
Awesome video. Can't wait to visit the park and go through the caves.
Thank you for your informative clip....will definitely visit this place!
This is really informative and helpful. Thanks for making it!
Wow, great job explaining the park and great video, can’t wait to go back to pinnacles park
Best informative Vlog/Vid on youtube !! thanks for sharing another adventure !!
Thanks Ian, that is an awesome compliment!
Considering a stop at Pinnacles this summer. Your vid was exactly what I was looking for! Nice work.
Really well done video. Heading there this weekend. Thanks for the info!!
Very well made video! Thanks for sharing!
Josh your the Heuell Howser of 2020. Love your videos.
Epic video Josh! Really neat spot I was totally unaware of before now.
This is fantastic content. Thanks man!
Great video thanks for posting
Nice video! Gives a very good overview of activities in the Pinnacles Park region, which we are visiting next month!
another great video man,love your content 🙌
Thanks, I appreciate that!
Hey man thanks for this video in Particular ...I grew up in this area and was reminiscing... I miss home
Once at the Bear Gulch reservoir, you have three options. First, go back down the stairs thru the cave. Second, continue to the fire tower for about a 7 mile round trip hike that skirts around the reservoir toward the left over the dam.
Third, go up the High Peaks Trail going uphill for a little bit then take the Y split to the Rim Trail down switchbacks to the upper Bear Gulch parking lot. This third option has some wonderful views of the High Peaks.
My suggestion, if you plan on doing the ten mile hike which is fun is to start at the Old Pinnacles trailhead parking lot then head to the west side of the park via Balconies cave or up and over with the Balconies Cliffs. Stop at the Chaparral parking area for water and restroom facilities. Then take the High Peaks to the summit top where there are additional restrooms. Hike down via High Peak and Rim trails to the Bear Gulch day use area for more water and restrooms. You can take a break in the picnic area. Finally, hike the last two or so miles back to your park car. Definitely come early since the ten mile hike will take 4 to 6 hours.
Thank you for your video❤
You are soo good at making these videos. I live in california and have a check off list to see everything and everytime I need info or want to know the best hikes I watch your videos 📹 thank you 😊
Nicely done!
Awesome video. I love this national park. High peaks trail next
Me too, its a great park!
Another GREAT video, my man!
I'm working on a campground video for Scorpion Canyon Campground, on Santa Cruz Island. Your videos are very helpful and inspirational.
Very informative.
I just got back from a three day trip to Pinnacles with my family. We did the same hikes you show here. My daughter (7.5 years old) was able to do all the hikes and caves too. Yay! We had to use a burrito bride (you'll get one if we finish) and she was all in! Great weekend trip away. There's a pool there at the visitors center. It opens on Monday, bummer we missed it, but we had a water fight back at our camp. Great early kick off to the summer to come!
Great video! We're hoping to visit soon from out of state. This was very helpful. What month was this filmed? We're thinking about visiting in mid May.
hang on Josh, the site (park, place, area) wasn't "created" by Obama: its status was redesignated from a national monument (T Roosevelt 1908 - along with many other natural sites during his time - ) to a national park during his tenure.
Sooner Orlater Correct. Pinnacles NP was created through Congress (H.R. 3641)and approved by the Pres.
When it was a NM, entrance fee was only $5.
5:30 😳😳🤩🤩🤩never seen anything like that!!!
VERY COOL VIDEO, I CAN NOT WAIT TO VISIT THIS PARK =)
Thanks for the comment, have fun exploring it!
Great video! One question... what month did you visit? I'm thinking on going in a few weeks and wondering how cold was it when you visited, I might wait another month to camp there :)
Damn I love this video!!!
Hi Josh, I LOVE all your videos! When did you visit the park on this last video? Also, I am visiting from San Diego, which entrance would I be using East or West? Thank again for such fun, informative videos! 👍
Very Good Video
I visited 3 times back when it was a national monument. Saw condors, deer, turkeys, and had a pack of coyotes run through the campground during the night! Also, the giant Coulter pines cones laying about are pretty cool too!
Have you done the Chalone Peaks Trail? One of the most scenic crappers in the world on the summit!
That sounds awesome to see all that wildlife. I saw turkeys this time and condors last time but not all the stuff you have seen. I haven't done that trail but I will add it to the list for next time I am there!
It's a fairly easy hike, and the views are completely worth it!
Last time I was there was February 2009. Less people, more animals I guess! I remember thinking why is this not a national park? Then, a few years later...it is!
Ya, I agree it is crazy how many people go there now based on how many used to!
I went some 30 years ago and had wild pigs using the truck bumper as a piggy back-scratcher!
You should come here. It's very neat and cool.
I am now confident that I can go hike there, I am autistic but after seeing this I think I got this!
Hello Josh, your cool video just came up as we are beginning to plan a trip to Pinnacles. We are thinking of going this November while our kids are on Thanksgiving break. Do you know if the caves are open in late November?
Pinnacles was originally established as a national monument in 1908
Awesome hike and video. Thanks to your offerings, I've taken up hiking. It feels so cool. I live in Sacramento, so I'm doing the American River, Folsom Lake and this Saturday I'm doing the 11-mile Ribicon DL Bliss hike by Emerald Bay, Lake Tahoe. Some day, Mt. Baldy, etc . . .
Dang, it sounds like you have done a lot of great trails. I want to hike more in the Lake Tahoe area as well.
If you're ever in the Sacramento/Tahoe area, HMU
i wan to go. Thank you!
Awsome lots of info..Thanks never have seen these part of the park must check it on person.Im from soledad so i seen all the west side but never these east side section.Plus u can camp there its eaven better like the info thanks.
No problem, ya it is nice that you can camp on east side as it makes exploring easier.
Great video, I'm driving there tomorrow from Berkeley, leaving after rush hour, so I definitely will not be arriving early on Day 1! But I have a campsite reserved, at least :)
What time of year did you camp at Pinnacles and do the hiking through the caves? What are the roads like getting into Pinnacles? Do you think it would be ok for a Casita Trailer?
Going there tomorrow for the first time! Only open to people with campsite reservations so should be pretty empty we hope. Great info. Thanks for the video. I liked and subscribed for the help. Ever see condors? Best place to spot them?
Why go to other countries when we have thousands of beautiful places right here in America?
to see more!
True, there is plenty to see in America--I've driven through all 50 states. But I travel overseas to experience new cultures and gain a broader perspective on the world.
Bora bora… Thailand different cultures!
Very lovely park and great virtual tour!!. I'm heading out there this Saturday with my wife. I'm having a hard time finding their current hours. No one answer the phone and a email response takes one week. We want to be there early as possible. I'm looking for a 6-8mile round trip that will take us through the caves and that reservoir any recommendations?
Where do you get the music for your videos?
Can you fish Bear Gulch reservoir? Is there fish
What time of year did you go?
What time of the year were you there it looks beautiful. I went in October but unfortunately I didn't have much time
How was it in october? Was it as green as it is in the video? Or was the vegetation all dried out
What time of year do you recommend going if you don't want to see a lot of pple? Summer seems like the season to avoid
I usually go in the fall or spring. Summer can be crazy hot there and busy with people.
What time of year was this
Did you have to reserve the camp site in advance or is it first come first serve?
Thanks in advance!
P.S. Awesome videos!
Vid says he got the last campsite at around 3pm
Doing the hike alone into the cave is risky and you need a headlight not a flashlight to hold in your hand as you may drop it and won't be able to get out. We were there last weekend and the place was empty!
Very nice video. Pls concider lowering down the background music. Other than that... excellent video.
My dad and I saw a California Condor here last August, here's a photo: www.flickr.com/photos/44211019@N05/45768381562/in/album-72157700203472422/
Dang that is awesome and an awesome photo!
I was there in 2007, before it was a NP, and we did see a condor, actually 3. It was amazing. We sat up at the top and watched the sunset then descended IN THE DARK! Omg, even with flashlights it was pretty scary!
Is it dog friendly at pinnacles National Park? Great video!
Yes its dog friendly but your dog has to be on a leash and you can't take your dogs on the trails.
So, no.
Great video of this park but oh my gaaaaaaa claustrophobia setting in big time. Can't do those caves 😖
Haha, I know what you mean but it's not too bad when you are actually there.
I went here today and I was shocked at how beautiful it is but I got my shoes, socks and clothes wet because of the heavy rain :(
I went to pinecles and i hit myself on a big rock
Good, pay attention next time.
I am putting this on my list of 'Things to Do'. But it is somewhat far down the list. Just below 'visit the birthplace of Harry Truman'.
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Lousy sound 👎
Wasn't impressed with pinnacles,not much scenery
Thanks Obama.