About Pinnacles Campground
Number of accommodations: 133
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2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Showers
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- Dump station on site
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- Showers
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Reviews (573)
What Guests Are Saying
Pinnacles Campground offers a beautiful natural setting with a variety of wildlife, well-maintained facilities, and easy access to numerous hiking trails, including the highly recommended Bear Gulch Cave trail. Campers appreciate the clean restrooms, hot showers, and generally private sites, making for a relaxing experience. While some noted issues with limited facilities and the presence of raccoons, overall, guests found the campground enjoyable and a great base for exploring the stunning landscapes of Pinnacles National Park.
What Guests Are Saying
Pinnacles Campground offers a beautiful natural setting with a variety of wildlife, well-maintained facilities, and easy access to numerous hiking trails, including the highly recommended Bear Gulch Cave trail. Campers appreciate the clean restrooms, hot showers, and generally private sites, making for a relaxing experience. While some noted issues with limited facilities and the presence of raccoons, overall, guests found the campground enjoyable and a great base for exploring the stunning landscapes of Pinnacles National Park.
Review Summary
Gavin H
VerifiedApril 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 55, Loop: C
It was nice to stay inside the park. We arrived in the late afternoon and explored the campground but the visitor center and store both closed early. To avoid crowds on the trail, we left at 6:30 to get a parking space so it wasn’t as relaxing as we prefer.
On our second day we asked for junior ranger books to complete with our kids and received a gruff response from the park staff. The park is unique but the ongoing joke after was that it employed rangers in training for more majestic nearby locations.
The bear gulch trail was great with a flashlight and a few young kids. We just wish the interaction between our group and the staff was the same as our previous experiences with park rangers.
It’s worth checking off the bucket list but I would recommend to limiting your trip at this location to a few days.
Anthony J
VerifiedApril 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 73, Loop: C
We had lovely weather. Hiking trails are clearly marked. Having showers included as part of camping fees was a bonus. Showers were clean and well stocked. Planning to stay there again next year
GREG B
VerifiedApril 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 46, Loop: B
We always love this park
Andrew R
VerifiedApril 15, 2026 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: A
Really enjoyed the campground. Site had a lot of shade, showers were better than expected, a little buggy but weather was great. Definitely recommend staying at the campground.
Jen S
VerifiedApril 15, 2026 • Stayed at: 39, Loop: B
Great campsite 39 but with poison oak on the edges. Was clear enough that no one got into it. Definitely don’t burn or touch random sticks! Plenty of space and shade for our tent. Sun by 9 and shade by 12 or so in the spring. Beautiful views all around and well maintained overall. Bathrooms by us were always clean and well stocked. Near the store the shower trailer was not running so 2 showers for the whole camp could be tricky at times but they were clean and hot and good pressure. Pool being open was amazing and it was very cold. Great store with plenty in stock and friendly people. Easy access to hikes and shuttles but go early for heat and visitors. Bring a flashlight for turn caves and definitely go check out the visitor center at the park.
Nancy S
VerifiedApril 15, 2026 • Stayed at: 7, Loop: A
I had very little time, arriving at 4:00. But pitched my tent and set up camp quickly in order to drive up to the nature center and take the easy and beautiful short hike to the pinnacles overlook. Passed a dozen or so hikers, families among them. I love the way this campground welcomes families, with kids biking, exploring, swimming and just enjoying the lovely green and the freedom of exploring outside.
Shea D
VerifiedApril 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 79, Loop: C
Loved how private this campground felt! It was very peaceful and I would love the opportunity to camp here again
Jason H
VerifiedApril 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: B
Great campsite with flat, well-maintained spots and easy access to the bathroom which is super convenient, especially at night. Site 31B felt comfortable and spacious enough for a relaxing stay.
As others have mentioned, be very mindful of the raccoons, they’re persistent and will get into anything left unattended. Make sure to properly store all food and scented items.
Evette A
VerifiedApril 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 64, Loop: C
Very kid/family friendly. Highly recommend getting your day started early as the parking lots for the hikes fill up fast! Pool is a nice refreshing enjoyment after hot hikes. All staff super friendly and nice. Had a wonderful time!
Callan M
VerifiedApril 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 5, Loop: A
Campsite shares space and driveway with the site next door. Not very private but backs up to the woods which is cool.
Location Pinnacles Campground
Address:
2400 Hwy 146 Pinnacles Area
Paicines, CA, 95043
United States
Pinnacles National Park is located 32 miles south of Hollister, CA on Hwy 25 and 29 miles northeast of King City, CA on Hwy 25. Campground is located on the east side of Pinnacles National Park off Hwy 25.
Pinnacles Campground is accessed via Hwy 25, which runs 32 miles south of Hollister and 29 miles northeast of King City. It is located on the east side of Pinnacles National Park off Hwy 25.
Latitude & Longitude: 36.4664 / -121.176
Elevation: 616 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
1PM
Check out time
11AM
General
- Generators are not allowed at any time in any site.
- Tent/RV Sites: 6 people, 3 tents and 2 vehicles or one vehicle and one trailer or RV/Motor home. Group sites: 20 people, 5 vehicles max. No RV’s, motorhomes or trailers allowed. Any self-contained vehicle designed for sleeping is considered an RV/Motor home. Extra vehicles MUST be left in the overnight parking lot. A tow vehicle plus a trailer counts as two vehicles. Social Trails: Avoid walking through other campsites, creek beds, and closed areas.Lighting: Party lights, disco lights, Christmas lights, travel trailer parking lights, any decorative lighting must be turned off starting at 10:00pm and ending at 6:00amParking: All vehicles and bicycles must stay on paved surfaces. Where parking pads are provided, vehicles must be parked with all wheels on the pad and may not extend into the traffic lane or into the campsite. All vehicles must be parked at thier respective campsites in front of the parking stops. Moving parking stops, driving beyond them or parking in another area/site will result in a ticket from NPS. If your vehicle does not fit in your site you MUST park it in the overflow parking area bhiend the store. Wastewater: carry to toilets for disposal. Washing dishes/clothing and brushing teeth at water spigots is prohibited.
- RV Sites: have 120v/ 30-amp service; EV CHARGING IS PROHITIED AT RV SITES, An EV charger is located by the store. Tent and group sites have no hook-ups. Generators are not allowed at any time in any site.
- Swimming pool: is open 4/1 to 10/31, weather permitting. No lifeguard on duty.
- Pets: allowed on leash in the campground but not on hiking trails. NEVER leave unattended.
- Wi-Fi: Guests receive 30 minutes of complimentary Wi-Fi. Extended access is available for purchase. Wi-Fi use is optional and not included in the nightly rate.
- Dump station: is available for registered guests.
- Trees: All trees, even when healthy and well-maintained, can pose a natural hazard of falling limbs. Visitors assume responsibility for any property damage, injury or other circumstances that may result from these hazards.
- Lost, Stolen or Damaged Property: Pinnacles Recreation Company is not responsible for loss or to property due to fire, theft, accident or any other cause.
- Please watch these videos prior to your arrival to help plan your trip and protect wildlife during your stay: How to Plan for Zero Waste Camping How to Do Camp Dishes How to Properly Store Trash and Food
- During peak visitation periods, access to the campground through the East Entrance station may be restricted. Delays can be expected due to high traffic volumes and parking reaching capacity. We advise planning accordingly to avoid prolonged wait times. Pinnacles experiences extremely high visitation on weekends, holidays, and during favorable weather, especially in the spring. Expect long lines and delays [or possible restrictions especially] between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm.
- Restrooms (Loop C) Loop C does not have flush restroom buildings. Portable toilets are located in Loop C. Flush toilets and sinks are available in nearby Loop B and Loop G.
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Last updated: June 13, 2026
