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Bailey Canyon Nature Trails

Owen Parker had fun exploring Bailey Canyon in Sierra Madre, California.

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Jones Peak via Bailey Canyon

On a cloudy May gray day, I hiked up the trail from Bailey Canyon in Sierra Madre to Jones Peak, a low peak at the front of the San Gabriel Mountains.

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Solvang, California

On the way back from Pinnacles National Park, we stopped for brunch and treats in the "Danish Capital of America," Solvang, California.

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West Pinnacles

The Cranky Campers explore the west side of Pinnacles National Park with a spooky hike through Balconies Caves.

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Pinnacles National Park

Designated a national park in 2013, Pinnacles National Park protects the endangered California condor and unique talus cave formations. As part of our 2022 spring break, we visited Pinnacles, starting with Bear Gulch on the east side of the park.