Pinnacles National Park hiking guide
Condor Gulch Trail
A 3.3-mile out-and-back with 1,700 ft of climbing in East Pinnacles, rated difficult.

Key facts
- Length
- 3.3 mi (5.3 km)
- Elevation gain
- 1,700 ft (518 m)
- Route type
- Out and back
- Difficulty
- Difficult
- Area
- East Pinnacles
- Highest point
- 2,325 ft
- Lowest point
- 1,277 ft
About Condor Gulch Trail
This trail offers breathtaking views of unique rock formations and is a habitat for endangered California Condors. Hikers traverse steep and narrow paths with handrails, offering spectacular vistas. The loop includes options to visit Bear Gulch Reservoir and explore caves, making it a diverse and engaging experience.
Route map
This route was checked by Parka editors.
