Pinnacles National Park

Located along the San Andreas Fault in Central California, Pinnacles National Park is of geological significance. It’s known for a disparate landscape that stuns visitors with seasonal meadows, meandering creeks, wildflowers, and springs and waterfalls that are all set within a spectacular maze of rock spires, monolithic boulders, cool caves, and rolling hills. The park’s giant boulders were formed from volcanic activity that occurred over 23 million years ago.

Enjoy hiking trails, rock climbing, exploring caves, star gazing, camping and bird watching. Keep your eyes open for a lucky glimpse of a California condor, as this park also manages a release site for captive bred California condors. Boasting a Mediterranean climate, the park enjoys mild winters with moderate precipitation. Spring heralds the wildflower season. Depending on rainfall and temperature, flowers can begin opening as early as January and continue into June. It’s spectacular! More at

and part of the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail. Less than 2 hours from San Francisco and 4 ½ hours from Los Angeles, this picturesque region offers outdoor adventure, a wine tasting trail, a variety of dining options, boutique shopping, historic parks and museums.

Plan your adventure by calling the San Benito County Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau at (831) 637-5315 or visit www.SanBenitoCountyChamber.com or www.DiscoverSanBenitoCounty.com.