Pinnacles Campground
Open — Open year-round with reservations available via Recreation.gov up to 6 months in advance. Wood-burning fires and charcoal grills are currently prohibited; propane and gas stoves allowed only in campground and picnic areas.
Cold Weather Advisory issued December 29 at 9:51PM PST until December 30 at 9:00AM PST by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Cold conditions with temperatures as low as 36 expected. * WHERE...Interior Monterey County and the Santa Lucia Range, Most of San Benito County and the Cholame Hills in Southeast Monterey County, North Bay Interior Mountains, Eastern Santa Clara Hills, East Bay Hills, and Southern Salinas Valley/Arroyo Seco and Lake San Antonio. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 9 AM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Cold conditions will be hazardous to sensitive populations such as unhoused individuals. Prolonged exposure to the cold conditions will lead to hypothermia for people, pets, and livestock. Cold conditions may damage or kill sensitive crops, plants, and vegetation if appropriate precautions are not taken.
Fire Danger VERY HIGH
Wood-burning fires and charcoal grills are prohibited. Propane and gas stoves allowed only in campground and picnic areas. No smoking on trail. No roadside parking. Fireworks are always prohibited.
Hot Conditions
Limit strenuous hiking to early morning and late evening hours. Drink plenty of water and carry extra. Know the signs and symptoms of heat related illnesses. In case of a heat related emergency get to a cool place and seek help immediately.
High Crowds & Park Capacity
High visitation may require limiting access to Bear Gulch and other parking areas in the park. If all parking lots reach capacity, incoming traffic will not pass the campground until space is available. This occurs most often between 8a and 3p on weekends
Seasonal Closures In Effect
Seasonal closures are in effect to protect nesting birds of prey on cliffs and rock formations in the park. Please refer to closure lists in park brochures and on the raptor advisory page for more information.
About
Pinnacles Campground sits within the unique landscape of Pinnacles National Park, 32 miles south of Hollister, California. The campground is operated by Pinnacles Recreation Company and features 134 sites spread across a rolling landscape dotted with Valley Oak, Blue Oak, and Coast Live Oak trees, with a seasonal creek running through the grounds. Sites include traditional tent sites with picnic tables and fire rings, RV sites with 30 amp electric hookups and community tables, tent cabins sleeping up to four people, and group sites accommodating up to 10 people. The campground provides comprehensive amenities including hot coin-operated showers, flush toilets, a well-stocked camp store with basic foods and camping supplies, a dump station for registered guests, food storage lockers, and a swimming pool open April through September. WiFi is available throughout the campground. The Bench Trail provides direct access from the campground to the park's extensive trail system. Pinnacles National Park encompasses 26,000 acres of spectacular rock formations from a 23 million-year-old extinct volcano. The park offers over 30 miles of trails ranging from easy to strenuous, with popular destinations including Bear Gulch Reservoir, High Peaks, and the Balconies area. Visitors can explore Balconies Cave and Bear Gulch Cave, which houses a large colony of Townsend's big-eared bats. Rock climbers are drawn to the variety of routes from easy top-ropes to multi-pitch climbs along Machete Ridge. The park is a critical nesting site for endangered California condors, which can often be viewed from the campground itself.
Directions
Pinnacles National Park is located 32 miles south of Hollister on Highway 25 and 29 miles northeast of King City on Highway 25. The campground is on the east side of Pinnacles National Park off Highway 25. Note: The east and west sides of the park are not connected by a through road.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $44 - $139 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 90ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 75ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (831) 200-1722 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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