Definitely worth the visit, Jeannine! Admittedly, we weren't very familiar with Pinnacles before planning this year's tour, but VERY glad we got to explore it this year. 👍 -Howard
I was at Pinnacles last December and there weren't many people. The campground was only about half full. And the weather was really nice.... not too hot, not too cold. There was less water in the bear gulch cave so did not need water shoes. Really enjoyed the hikes there. Condors were actually flying over the campground.
We live in Hollister and the Pinnacles is a special place for us. We announced our engagement there. When our 1st child was young we would go through the caves with my husband carrying her in a backpack! The caves have closed some years because they are a home for bats. And visit in the fall and you are sure to see tarantulas!
Wow, Tish, so many great memories from Pinnacles! It's true, the Bear Gulch Cave closes at certain times of the year for the bats. We were lucky on that front, but unlucky for the high water closure! Thanks so much for watching and hope you'll continue on the journey with us! 👍 - Howard
You had me at condors! 🎉💕 What a unique and interesting park. Loving this series. Thanks so much for sharing. The caves looked incredible and fun. -Troy & Aimee
So cool. Thanks! I think a consistent thing to always keep with you is at least a light, packable wind block shell; the temps keep changing on your outings 😁
I’m going to Pinnacles this weekend. It’s my first time going to a NP by myself. I am definitely nervous. I wasn’t planning on going into the caves because I do get a little claustrophobic. Thank you for this video. I think you’ve pushed me into wanting to check them out. Everything looks so beautiful.
Oh my gosh! You guys are SOOOOO lucky to see a Condor, let alone a half-dozen of them! They were as close to extinction as you can get about thirty years ago…incredible come back. I can honestly say I was shaking when you guys walked through that cold water…it’s melted snow water! What great experiences there at Pinnacles NP, though. QUESTION: Have you ever slipped and fallen in cold water like that? It’s like I’m saying, “stop filming and pay attention to where you put your feet!” Next week? Oh boy! The Redwoods! You are really going to love that area. Scenery is stunningly gorgeous! Anyway, have fun and be safe! Thank you for bringing me along! Love, Virginia
My daughter and I did the Bear Gulch Cave. I had much difficulty near the end as I have short legs and needed a push from behind to reach the exit. But it was very exciting.
Nicely made video! Very informative. We saw you guys at the Bear Gulch Lake and got to know your channel. WE did not go to the Balcony cave. Maybe next time.
Yes, I remember meeting you there! When you make it back, balcony cave is much closer to the West Side (at the end of the road). Glad you found us and are along for the journey! 👍 -Howard
Thank you for interesting and informative weekly travel related content. Enjoyed RV Unplugged as well. Your teams teamwork and integrity put you in first place in my books. Safe travels.
Thanks so much, Larry! RV Unplugged was an incredible experience and we gained so many new friends. Seeing everyone again last weekend was a treat! 👍 -Howard
So thrilled you both are doing this series on national parks. I am on a mission to see them all and love seeing them from your perspective. Cannot wait to get to Pinnacles and check out those caves. Also, love the bag and just purchased it so I can look as cool as you. Love your channel.
Hi Kim! Thank you so much!! We're glad you're enjoying the series and I love that you plan on seeing them all too. It's such a fun way to explore our country, they really are special. Pinnacles was one of my favorites this year because of those two cave hikes! And yay! Enjoy the bag! I have 2 and they are my go-tos for exploring. You can fit so many things! Have a great week! -Katelyn
This is a special spring here, so many want to experience the wildflowers. I have never seen water running through the caves on the west side. What an exciting experience 😊 I really hope you got to fit the High Peaks Trail in. That is a fantastic trail experience!
Thé trails are absolutely beautiful. The caves looked very interesting,but I would be too claustrophobic for that. Both of you did a great job though 🙂. Condors!! How wonderful ❤️. So proud of the both of you. Stay safe.Big hugs to the puppies ❤️❤️❤️
I love you guys! I first saw you on RV unplugged and immediately had to follow. Katelyn your smile and attitude is infectious. ❤you guys make an awesome team.
Great video! We used our ebikes to get around from the campground and hit the trail heads. Those parking lots do fill fast and they are not big. I’m thinking maybe you don’t have your e-bikes along. Can’t wait for Redwoods!
Great video, thanks. I was there in the early 70's with a college class. The "caves" are not true caves, they were formed when many boulders fell and made what it looks like a cave. After watching your video, I'm going to have to go back and explore the area. We live about 1 hour north of the Pinnacles.
We were there in between the floods. The Cave was shut down unfortunately. I couldn't make heads or tails from the trail signs lol. Apparently my wife understood them. We would have gone the wrong way if I would have took the lead.
Glad you got the navigation figured out! That's a big reason we like the new NPS app. You can download the who park (including maps) and it will show you a dot for your exact position. Came in handy multiple times at Pinnacles! 👍 -Howard
So incredible to see a condor - and wow, to see 7 of them! I've been in condor areas a lot and still have not seen one! The caves - we used to go in a lot of caves at The Channel Islands National Park - now they creep the heck out of me. Those hikes are insane - so cool! Love the free-spirited feel of this video :)
Hey Howard & Katelyn! Thanks for the video! We head there on Saturday for 2 days. Thanks again for the hiking tips! - BTW - We just learned that Bear Gulch Cave is closed for the next month! Ugh!
Always exciting videos, you guys are a great couple for exploring. I was there last October , not too busy. Caves were not flooded at the end of a dry year. What a difference a wet winter has done for the park. Thanks
Oh, awesome! That's a great time of year, just check to confirm the status of cave closures for the bats. Let us know about your trip after you visit! 👍 -Howard
Claustrophobic is my middle name lol - I am SO glad you gave me a first-hand tour of these caves. Those suspended boulders look like they could come down with just a little push. The only cave system I’ve ever been inside is Mammoth; it definitely lives up to its name. Pinnacles is a beautiful NP with much to see and enjoy. The hiking trails look great. Thanks for sharing!
@@NewstateNomads Cooper harbor is beautiful. Safe travel check out Alpena Mi and the national sanctuary if you ever get the chance. Thanks for taking us along. Big fans
It's always nice when they have a special entrance for campers so you don't have to wait in the super long entrance lines. It's amazing how busy the NPs have become. I'm surprised that it's this busy even during the shoulder season! I actually nee a backpack like that! Thanks for sharing the link!!! I'd much rather wear that than the fanny pack I've been wearing. LOL Just found your channel. Sounds like you're on a really epic journey. Subbing and looking forward to watching more of your adventures!
Wow, thanks so much for all the kind words and we're glad you're along for the journey! The parks are certainly as busy as ever. One park doubled their attendance in the last 10 years! 😮 Can't wait to hear what you think of our adventures this year, lots of new parks to share! -Howard
Actually shoulder seasons are the best for Pinnacles especially Spring (April the best) because of the flowers and also in the summer it gets very hot.
New subscriber here. Caitlin is the brave one, I see! You have a terrific cheering section! The first cave was fun to watch. You faced that "snake" so well! Good for you.
I guess you have a plan. You passed Kings Canyon, Yosemite, and Sequoia N.P. I think you have made a path that you reach a new National Park in a day or 2 of driving.
Todd, we do have a plan! Mother nature has another. Kings/Sequoia and Yosemite were both closed earlier this year during our original scheduled stop. We are actively rescheduling many Western parks due to the extreme weather this year. Thanks as always for watching! 👍 -Howard
Love the hike … all of it. When and where did you start your NP joinery? How fast are you traveling, it seems like a lot in a year. Trying to get an idea for when we plan on doing similar trip. Thanks
Seriously looking at purchasing this model motorhome (Vista 29NP). Enjoyed your tour of the Winnebago factory and this model, but wondering what your thoughts are now after a few months of driving and living in this motorhome. Any major issues/learnings about the unit? How is it driving and has it impacted significantly how you travel compared to the Class C Navion? What is your average mpg? Thanks for any info you can provide!
Clayton, all is good! We had the RV Unplugged Rally and Finale party last week. Redwoods National and State Parks is on deck for this weekend! 👍 -Howard
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Very cool park. Loved the cave.
Thanks, Dave! Pinnacles was quite a surprise to both of us. Not an exaggeration that Katelyn really enjoyed the Balconies Cave hike! 👍 -Howard
@@NewstateNomads so enjoyable following you two❤️
This looks like such a Great park.
The caves are amazing! This park is so pretty. I loved all the flowers.
I was born and raised in california and never knew about this park! So cool, will have to go visit when i visit california again!
Definitely worth the visit, Jeannine! Admittedly, we weren't very familiar with Pinnacles before planning this year's tour, but VERY glad we got to explore it this year. 👍 -Howard
We've never heard of this park, honestly. Beautiful!
I was at Pinnacles last December and there weren't many people. The campground was only about half full. And the weather was really nice.... not too hot, not too cold. There was less water in the bear gulch cave so did not need water shoes. Really enjoyed the hikes there. Condors were actually flying over the campground.
We live in Hollister and the Pinnacles is a special place for us. We announced our engagement there. When our 1st child was young we would go through the caves with my husband carrying her in a backpack! The caves have closed some years because they are a home for bats. And visit in the fall and you are sure to see tarantulas!
Wow, Tish, so many great memories from Pinnacles! It's true, the Bear Gulch Cave closes at certain times of the year for the bats. We were lucky on that front, but unlucky for the high water closure! Thanks so much for watching and hope you'll continue on the journey with us! 👍 - Howard
Two. Very great hikes. Thanks for sharing. Thanks from Wisconsin.
Shelley here, loved the hike loved this park! Beware of nasty stick snakes! 🐍
Superb show. So much info given and beautiful video. Thanks.
Very cool National Park. The caves look amazing! Thanks for sharing. 😊
Excellent video! You guys rock!
The caves were awesome l
Yes they were! Quite a surprise for us, we had not heard about them until researching Pinnacles as a stop on the tour! -Howard
Drove thru with our trailer in tow as we were heading into Arizona. Fun drive and a beautiful NP. God Bless you as you adjust to Moms passing
You had me at condors! 🎉💕
What a unique and interesting park. Loving this series. Thanks so much for sharing. The caves looked incredible and fun.
-Troy & Aimee
So cool. Thanks!
I think a consistent thing to always keep with you is at least a light, packable wind block shell; the temps keep changing on your outings 😁
Penelope, great point. Particularly this year, the weather is a consideration all the time. Now we add water shoes to that list! 👍 -Howard
Wow!! What a fun National Park! Thank you for showcasing it. It's definitely on our list now! Those cave hikes look like a blast!
Very nice! Thanks for sharing.🥰🥰
Pamela, thanks so much! 👍 -Howard
I’m going to Pinnacles this weekend. It’s my first time going to a NP by myself. I am definitely nervous. I wasn’t planning on going into the caves because I do get a little claustrophobic. Thank you for this video. I think you’ve pushed me into wanting to check them out. Everything looks so beautiful.
Great video. Looking forward to the next one. Thanks Don
it's so awesome to follow your journey
Thanks, Sandra! ♥️
Oh my gosh! You guys are SOOOOO lucky to see a Condor, let alone a half-dozen of them! They were as close to extinction as you can get about thirty years ago…incredible come back. I can honestly say I was shaking when you guys walked through that cold water…it’s melted snow water! What great experiences there at Pinnacles NP, though. QUESTION: Have you ever slipped and fallen in cold water like that? It’s like I’m saying, “stop filming and pay attention to where you put your feet!” Next week? Oh boy! The Redwoods! You are really going to love that area. Scenery is stunningly gorgeous! Anyway, have fun and be safe! Thank you for bringing me along! Love, Virginia
My daughter and I did the Bear Gulch Cave. I had much difficulty near the end as I have short legs and needed a push from behind to reach the exit. But it was very exciting.
Nicely made video! Very informative. We saw you guys at the Bear Gulch Lake and got to know your channel. WE did not go to the Balcony cave. Maybe next time.
Yes, I remember meeting you there! When you make it back, balcony cave is much closer to the West Side (at the end of the road). Glad you found us and are along for the journey! 👍 -Howard
Thank you for interesting and informative weekly travel related content. Enjoyed RV Unplugged as well. Your teams teamwork and integrity put you in first place in my books. Safe travels.
Thanks so much, Larry! RV Unplugged was an incredible experience and we gained so many new friends. Seeing everyone again last weekend was a treat! 👍 -Howard
So thrilled you both are doing this series on national parks. I am on a mission to see them all and love seeing them from your perspective. Cannot wait to get to Pinnacles and check out those caves. Also, love the bag and just purchased it so I can look as cool as you. Love your channel.
Hi Kim! Thank you so much!! We're glad you're enjoying the series and I love that you plan on seeing them all too. It's such a fun way to explore our country, they really are special. Pinnacles was one of my favorites this year because of those two cave hikes! And yay! Enjoy the bag! I have 2 and they are my go-tos for exploring. You can fit so many things! Have a great week! -Katelyn
This is a special spring here, so many want to experience the wildflowers. I have never seen water running through the caves on the west side. What an exciting experience 😊 I really hope you got to fit the High Peaks Trail in. That is a fantastic trail experience!
Thé trails are absolutely beautiful. The caves looked very interesting,but I would be too claustrophobic for that. Both of you did a great job though 🙂. Condors!! How wonderful ❤️. So proud of the both of you. Stay safe.Big hugs to the puppies ❤️❤️❤️
Very nice! Love the caves!
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I love you guys! I first saw you on RV unplugged and immediately had to follow. Katelyn your smile and attitude is infectious. ❤you guys make an awesome team.
Great video! We used our ebikes to get around from the campground and hit the trail heads. Those parking lots do fill fast and they are not big. I’m thinking maybe you don’t have your e-bikes along. Can’t wait for Redwoods!
Great video, thanks. I was there in the early 70's with a college class. The "caves" are not true caves, they were formed when many boulders fell and made what it looks like a cave. After watching your video, I'm going to have to go back and explore the area. We live about 1 hour north of the Pinnacles.
We were there in between the floods. The Cave was shut down unfortunately. I couldn't make heads or tails from the trail signs lol. Apparently my wife understood them. We would have gone the wrong way if I would have took the lead.
Glad you got the navigation figured out! That's a big reason we like the new NPS app. You can download the who park (including maps) and it will show you a dot for your exact position. Came in handy multiple times at Pinnacles! 👍 -Howard
@@NewstateNomads Thanks Howard. I was in the dark ages on the app until your videos. That will be helpful.
So incredible to see a condor - and wow, to see 7 of them! I've been in condor areas a lot and still have not seen one! The caves - we used to go in a lot of caves at The Channel Islands National Park - now they creep the heck out of me. Those hikes are insane - so cool! Love the free-spirited feel of this video :)
Hey Howard & Katelyn! Thanks for the video! We head there on Saturday for 2 days. Thanks again for the hiking tips! - BTW - We just learned that Bear Gulch Cave is closed for the next month! Ugh!
Always exciting videos, you guys are a great couple for exploring.
I was there last October , not too busy. Caves were not flooded at the end of a dry year. What a difference a wet winter has done for the park.
Thanks
Great review. Going there in March 2024 for a few days…!
Oh, awesome! That's a great time of year, just check to confirm the status of cave closures for the bats. Let us know about your trip after you visit! 👍 -Howard
Claustrophobic is my middle name lol - I am SO glad you gave me a first-hand tour of these caves. Those suspended boulders look like they could come down with just a little push. The only cave system I’ve ever been inside is Mammoth; it definitely lives up to its name. Pinnacles is a beautiful NP with much to see and enjoy. The hiking trails look great. Thanks for sharing!
Really enjoyed you guys on rv unplugged. Love the adventures. Any plans to come to Michigan?
Mike, thanks so much! We have Isle Royale NP planned for later this summer, so yes! 👍 -Howard
@@NewstateNomads Cooper harbor is beautiful. Safe travel check out Alpena Mi and the national sanctuary if you ever get the chance. Thanks for taking us along. Big fans
New Subscriber and like your video's. Great information and great attitudes all the time.
Thanks so much, Doug! We're glad you're along for the journey. Lots more adventures to share! 👍 - Howard
Nice video, as usual:)) John 5:24
It's always nice when they have a special entrance for campers so you don't have to wait in the super long entrance lines. It's amazing how busy the NPs have become. I'm surprised that it's this busy even during the shoulder season! I actually nee a backpack like that! Thanks for sharing the link!!! I'd much rather wear that than the fanny pack I've been wearing. LOL Just found your channel. Sounds like you're on a really epic journey. Subbing and looking forward to watching more of your adventures!
Wow, thanks so much for all the kind words and we're glad you're along for the journey! The parks are certainly as busy as ever. One park doubled their attendance in the last 10 years! 😮 Can't wait to hear what you think of our adventures this year, lots of new parks to share! -Howard
Actually shoulder seasons are the best for Pinnacles especially Spring (April the best) because of the flowers and also in the summer it gets very hot.
New subscriber here. Caitlin is the brave one, I see! You have a terrific cheering section! The first cave was fun to watch. You faced that "snake" so well! Good for you.
I guess you have a plan. You passed Kings Canyon, Yosemite, and Sequoia N.P. I think you have made a path that you reach a new National Park in a day or 2 of driving.
Todd, we do have a plan! Mother nature has another. Kings/Sequoia and Yosemite were both closed earlier this year during our original scheduled stop. We are actively rescheduling many Western parks due to the extreme weather this year. Thanks as always for watching! 👍 -Howard
Love the hike … all of it. When and where did you start your NP joinery? How fast are you traveling, it seems like a lot in a year. Trying to get an idea for when we plan on doing similar trip. Thanks
Niiiice informative video!!!
Did you guys get a permit to film there🤔🤔
Thanks, Mike, and yes we get permits for every park on the tour. 👍 -Howard
Seriously looking at purchasing this model motorhome (Vista 29NP). Enjoyed your tour of the Winnebago factory and this model, but wondering what your thoughts are now after a few months of driving and living in this motorhome. Any major issues/learnings about the unit? How is it driving and has it impacted significantly how you travel compared to the Class C Navion? What is your average mpg? Thanks for any info you can provide!
I'm looking at the park wolf app. It shows 2? Is it the NPS app or the trail app?
I hope nothing serious has happened, I haven't seen anything as to why your a few days late of your usual Sunday upload. Hope your safe.
Clayton, all is good! We had the RV Unplugged Rally and Finale party last week. Redwoods National and State Parks is on deck for this weekend! 👍 -Howard
which cave is less scary, Balconies or Bear Gulch
Claustrophobic!
It is not that bright in the caves its pitch black