Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025
You can find out about the history of Soledad with a stop at Mission Soledad. Wander around the natural setting or enjoy the area's restaurants.
Admire looming peaks from the banks of this rock-hewn reservoir, spot majestic bird species and hike trails to an ancient cave inhabited by hibernating bats.
Fascinating caves and hilltop views await hikers of all abilities on a narrow trail that meanders past boulders and pinnacles.
Monumental rock spires crowd around serene pools, talus caves and boulder-speckled hiking trails in this striking parkland and unique biosphere.
Hike through chaparral shrubland, in the shadow of monumental rock walls and through atmospheric caves on this sun-drenched trail in Pinnacles National Park.
Venture deep into darkened tunnels and squeeze through narrow passageways in this series of talus caves, harboring a large colony of Townsend's big-eared bats.
