Trip Planning Tips
We have provided some tips to help you plan an awesome trip to Pinnacles. Feel free to reach out to us by email or phone if you have any questions.
Where to Stay
Pinnacles Campground offers tent, RV and group sites as well as tent cabins. These can be booked on Recreation.gov.
Hollister offers a range of hotels and motels and is located approximately 35 minutes north of the Park.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Hollister - 390 Gateway Dr, Hollister, CA 95023•(831) 634-1101
SureStay Hotel By Best Western Hollister - 660 San Felipe Rd, Hollister, CA 95023•(831) 637-9248
Ridgemark Golf Club & Resort - 3800 Airline Hwy, Hollister, CA 95023•(831) 637-8151
King City offers a limited selection of motels and is located approximately 35 minutes south of the Park.
Keefer's Inn - 615 Canal St, King City, CA 93930•(800) 745-9050
Days Inn by Wyndham King City - 1130 Broadway St, King City, CA 93930•(831) 263-5126
SureStay Hotel by Best Western King City -
4 Broadway Cir, King City, CA 93930•(831) 385-4646
Calendar of Events
See what is happening at Pinnacles during your stay. Check out this link for a Calendar of Events.
Student Worksheets
Many school children visit Pinnacles National Park. Whether you are visiting with your family or bringing an entire class, here are some links to suggested lesson plans provided by the National Park Service.
Suggested Itineraries
2 Day Trip staying at Campground
10 day Trip of California National Parks
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Corporate Groups
Pinnacles can be a relaxing and peaceful getaway for work and corporate groups whether it is just for the day or to stay overnight. To learn more and get help planning your trip, feel free to reach out to us by email. You can also download a free PDF to help plan your trip here.
Merit Badges
Scout groups can work towards many merit badges at Pinnacles. The National Park Service also has a Scout Ranger Program that you can participate in.
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