Pinnacles
Amanda D.
Reviewed Jun. 19, 2016

Fully Loaded Campground with Birds Galore!

My BF and I stayed here mid-May 2016 and found the weather to be perfect! Any later and the heat would be oppressive and any earlier and it may have been a bit chilly for me. The campground had ample bathrooms, water and even showers at the front (bring quarters). Sites were filled and the vibe of everyone seemed pleasant friendly and mostly family oriented. there were ranger programs at night and rangers/camp hosts aplenty. The campground had both Rv and tent only sites. We were at a tent only site (#20) and my one complaint is that there was a metal grate by the creek crossing next to our site that was very loud when people drove by. Because the loop we were on was a long one way drive lots of cars passed all morning/day long. Our site was also on a significant slope though our small 2 person tent fit fine on the flat part. The site would not be ideal for families. The campground was a bit cramped and noisy, so if you are looking for a secluded night in the woods this may not be your best bet. however, if you are going to hike and spend most of your day exploring pinnacles this campground is perfect. There were also lots of birds - we saw many quail, a bunch of woodpeckers living in the trees near our site and tons of various songbirds. We hiked the high peaks trail through upper bear gulch cave and had a great 6 hr hike. The lower cave was closed due to a roost of maternity bats so be aware if traveling in mid May-mid June. There seemed to be great climbing options and tons of easy hiiking optoins for kids. This campground and park are a true gem with a fraction of the crowds most national parks in CA get and would definitely recommend both!

  • Review photo of Pinnacles by Amanda D., June 19, 2016
  • Review photo of Pinnacles by Amanda D., June 19, 2016
  • Review photo of Pinnacles by Amanda D., June 19, 2016
  • Review photo of Pinnacles by Amanda D., June 19, 2016
  • Review photo of Pinnacles by Amanda D., June 19, 2016
  • Review photo of Pinnacles by Amanda D., June 19, 2016