Current Conditions

Alerts

Park Closure

• Climbing Closure on Machete Ridge

  Alert 1 , Severity ,closure ,, Climbing Closure on Machete Ridge Machete Ridge is temporarily closed to protect natural resources. See www.nps.gov/pinn/planyourvisit/advisory.htm for more details.

• Dump Station closed

  Alert 2 , Severity ,closure ,, Dump Station closed The RV dump station is temporarily closed. Alternative dump station locations can be found in nearby communities.

Caution

• Fire Danger EXTREME

  Alert 1 , Severity ,caution ,, Fire Danger EXTREME Campfires and charcoal stoves are strictly prohibited throughout the park, with the exception of those utilizing propane stoves.
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Information

• High Volume of Weekend Traffic

  Alert 1 , Severity ,information ,, High Volume of Weekend Traffic Visitation is highest on weekends. Expect parking lots to fill by 10:00 am. Delays to enter the park may occur.

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Weather Forecast

Check the current weather forecast for Pinnacles National Park from the National Weather Service

Fire Danger
Extreme

Campfires and charcoal stoves are strictly prohibited throughout the park, with the exception of those utilizing propane stoves.

Talus Cave Closure Status

Both the Bear Gulch and Balconies Caves are subject to closures due to Townsends big eared bat activity or dangerous conditions such as high water during and after storms. Check here for the current Talus Cave Status.