High Peaks to Bear Gulch Loop in Pinnacles National Park

High Peaks to Bear Gulch Loop

This strenuous hike is 6.7 miles round trip and should take you four to five hours to complete.

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High Peaks to Bear Gulch Loop Details

This strenuous hike is 6.7 miles round trip and should take you four to five hours to complete. Departing from Bear Gulch Day Use Area, the hike features an elevation gain of 1,425 feet into the High Peaks and along the ridge through grassy meadows. If you hike this route in spring, you'll see gorgeous wildflowers in full bloom. The return trip along the Bench and Bear Gulch trails is pleasant due to the shade of sycamore, buckeye and oak trees.

Difficulty

High

Distance

6.7 miles

Estimated time

4.5 hours

Region

N/A

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