Old Pinnacles Trail to Balconies Cave
This moderate hike is 5.3 miles round trip and should take you three to five hours to complete.
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Old Pinnacles Trail to Balconies Cave Details
This moderate hike is 5.3 miles round trip and should take you three to five hours to complete. Departing from Old Pinnacles Trailhead, this hike features zero elevation gain. Pass by Machete Ridge and the Balconies Cliff. This hike features towering rock formations that seem frozen in time. Don't forget your flashlight - it's required inside Balconies Cave.
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
5.3 miles
Estimated time
4 hours
Region
N/A
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