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Chalone Peak Trail
This strenuous hike is 9 miles round trip and should take you three to five hours to complete.
Plan Around Chalone Peak Trail
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Chalone Peak Trail Details
This strenuous hike is 9 miles round trip and should take you three to five hours to complete. Departing from Bear Gulch Day Use Area, the hike features an elevation gain of 2,040 feet. You'll climb to the highest point in the park and reap your reward: spectacular views of the surrounding valley. For a longer hike, continue on the unmaintained trail to South Chalone Peak.
Difficulty
High
Distance
9 miles
Estimated time
4 hours
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Chalone Peak Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Chalone Peak Trail
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0.1 mi away
Bear Gulch Cave
Located inside the Pinnacles National Park, this talus cave has become famous for its resident colony of Townsends big-eared bats.
0.2 mi away
Bear Gulch Cave
Bear Gulch Cave is one of two talus caves at Pinnacles National Park.
0.7 mi away
Moses Spring to Rim Trail Loop
This moderate hike is 2.2 miles round trip and should take you approximately 90 minutes.
0.7 mi away
Condor Gulch Trail
This hike is 1.7 miles one way and should take you 60 to 90 minutes to complete.
0.7 mi away
Condor Gulch to High Peaks Loop
This strenuous hike is 5.3 miles round trip and should take you three to five hours to complete.
