Pinnacles Campground, Pinnacles National Monument, CA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

Pinnacles Campground is part of Pinnacles National Monument in California (46 min southeast of Hollister, CA) with an elevation of 2,008 feet. There are a total of 134 campsites including 10 cabins. The campground is open all year. 109 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 16 and 90 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 34 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $40.00 to $129.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, general store, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, pay telephone, gift shop, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails, rock climbing.

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Campsite Reviews (2433)

4.3 out of 5

5 star		58%
4 star		25%
3 star		9%
2 star		5%
1 star		3%

@MatthewS683247 · Camped on Jun 13, 2025 at Campsite #126

People around us were so loud until midnight. We couldn't sleep. Then the raccoons, oh boy. The raccoons are not afraid of humans. I had to hit one with a stick because it wouldn't run away.

@LorenK07E4E370 · Camped on Jun 12, 2025 at Campsite #20

Heed the raccoon warnings!

@LisaN8400495 · Camped on Jun 10, 2025 at Campsite #108

Camped in one of the cabin tents at Pinnacles with my girls ages 6-13. They had the BEST time. The good: There is nature EVERYWHERE. It's hard to peel my girls away from electronics, but it was no trouble when every moment there was a quail family, deer family, a variety of song birds, and CONDORS to enjoy observing. I recommend bring binoculars.The night sky is amazing! There is very little light pollution so you're in for a treat. We've been here for both a new moon and full moon. Both are spectacular, but I recommend coming during the new moon for extra bright star gazing.There a variety of trails to meet your hiking needs. There are flat trails and high elevation trails of various lengths depending on what you're looking for. Along the trail you'll continue to see abundant wild life. I saw baby quail nuggets! They're so tiny! Just make sure you bring a lot of water if you are hiking in the summer. It is hot and often in full sun. If you're able to get up earlier, you can both avoid the heat and see more critters.The campground is great for kids to ride their bikes around.The bad:Call ahead if you are excited about a specific feature. It is very hot in the summer and with kids I was counting on the pool to give them a chance to cool off in the heat of the day. The website, which I checked right before leaving, said it opened June 1st. We got there mid June and it was not open until the last day of our stay. The caves are also subject to closure. When we got there the Bear Gulch Caves were closed, then the last day we were there, both caves were closed. It's nature and it happens, just make sure you call ahead if there's one thing you're really excited about.Not really a bad, but be aware of the weather. It is hot in the summer day and quite cold at night if you are using the tent cabin or a tent. We camped in the winter last time and wished we had brought more warmth for the night!

@JEREMYL6200561 · Camped on Jun 10, 2025 at Campsite #41

Its a hidden gem of national park !

@AnthonyF294780 · Camped on Jun 9, 2025 at Campsite #128

Extreme raccoon attacks including hundreds of dollars of damage to tents. Our group is experienced and does not leave food in tents. These were exploratory raids by the raccoons.

@DavidP3257927 · Camped on Jun 9, 2025 at Campsite #57

Great hikes, not crowded.

@JanetB8225386 · Camped on Jun 8, 2025 at Campsite #92

I enjoy this campground and the surrounding areas. Some electric problems with pedestal.

@CynthiaP784303 · Camped on Jun 8, 2025 at Campsite #100

We were very disappointed that the swimming pool was closed while we camped there June 8-10. There was no advance notice that the pool was closed during this very hot weather. We would have gone elsewhere had we known. Otherwise, campsites were nice and the hike up to the reservoir through the rock formations and caves was fantastic! Just very hottemperatures.

@ShaneK2855518 · Camped on Jun 5, 2025 at Campsite #79

Hiking through the talus caves is an otherworldly experience. The trails are impeccably maintained.The campground was well cared for.

@JoAnnP13FDDC0D · Camped on Jun 5, 2025 at Campsite #112

a lot more trails than I thought there would be. Glad we came!

@RobbyD78D30338 · Camped on Jun 5, 2025 at Campsite #56

Beautiful campground. Sites farther north have more shade. Lots of noise coming from the adjacent group sites, so more enforcement on quiet hours would have been nice. Otherwise, had a fantastic time.

@Catherine97032 · Camped on Jun 2, 2025 at Campsite #28

I liked this place. It was nice.

@Christian901E5 · Camped on Jun 1, 2025 at Campsite #87

Beautiful park the staff was nice and knowledgeable. The Bear Gulch trail was confusing because of intersecting trails. Could have better signage. Havent been to the campground in 7 years and it feels like the camp sites have gotten smaller! We still enjoy our experience; but felt like we were in our Neighbor's face! Showers were wonderful

@BeckyM1667799 · Camped on Jun 1, 2025 at Campsite #98

After a morning of hiking, we looked forward to swimming in the pool. Day after day, the report was that it was still closed! We, along with our family were soooo disappointed! We should have gotten our money back. The afternoons were so hot with no relief.

@JessicaD400413 · Camped on May 30, 2025 at Campsite #48

The park rangers at the campsite were rude. There was nobody staying at the two sites next on us and yet we couldnt temporarily park a third car there. The pool was not open like originally stated. The showers were flooding. The raccoons were out of control. Terrible experience and well never be back.

@JoAnnJ97681271 · Camped on May 30, 2025 at Campsite #12

The campsite and hike was wonderful. The weekend we went was super hot though. Other than that, our time at the Pinnacles National Park was quite nice.

@WilliamA169700 · Camped on May 30, 2025 at Campsite #110

Campsite was roomy. Conveniently located and electric hookup was good. Not particularly pretty. Dusty and dry. Pool was not open. Pretty much ok , nothing unexpectedly

@WayneN6557499 · Camped on May 29, 2025 at Campsite #13

Campsites 12, 13, & 14 are right next to each other. There is no separation between the sites. Beware the raccoons. They hide out in the bushes behind the campsite, and they are pretty fearless. They will scavenge the site and enter any open door. Car or tent. They come at you in groups of two or three. While you deal with one, the other two take advantage of the situation.

@AnnaD5140675 · Camped on May 29, 2025 at Campsite #112

It was unusually hot during our stay and with only 30 amp it was difficult to keep the trailer cool. My husband and daughter enjoyed a hike to the reservoir. We also hiked out to the homestead. Saw lots of turkey vultures but no condors. The staff were pleasant and helpful. The dump station is tilled the wrong way so getting a through dump was impossible.

@9BA8B2CC01E348 · Camped on May 27, 2025 at Campsite #85