Chapparal - High Peaks - Bear Gulch - Balconies Cave Loop [February 17, 2013]

Advertisement: This look takes you through most of the features in the park.

Anvil-like rock

The sun sets on the pinnacles

More photographs.

Difficulty: 11 miles, 1500 feet

Preparation: None; bring lots of water if not hiked during winter (it can get extremely hot). Bring flashlights for Balconies Cave; note it is closed seasonally for bats to roost. This loop stars at the west entrance, though it can easily be done from the east.

Summary: This loop takes you through most of the pinnacles sections of the park, and also through a cave.

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