Title: Bear Gulch Caves in Paicines | Expedia.co.uk [Bear Gulch Caves Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Bear-Gulch-Caves-Hotels.0-l553248621532639508-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Paicines](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Paicines.d6345363.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Bear Gulch Caves Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Bear-Gulch-Caves.d553248621532639508.Car-Hire-Guide)[Paicines Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Paicines.d6345363.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Bear Gulch Caves ![Bear Gulch Caves showing tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532639508/9470efb6-81da-40c4-882d-5d27a47a69a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Bear Gulch Caves showing tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532639508/9470efb6-81da-40c4-882d-5d27a47a69a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pinnacles National Park which includes caves as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532639508/e53669fc-d569-49bd-92d5-16bb03af6752.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pinnacles National Park which includes caves](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532639508/711cdd8e-0434-44b5-b199-c82b640f5faa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pinnacles National Park featuring tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532639508/f3e8a3fe-d2c2-4c9c-9012-a0a33647cf50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Bear Gulch Caves Activities [Paicines travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Paicines.dx6345363) --- --- #### 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. Stoke your sense of adventure during a hike through Bear Gulch Cave. Traverse a trail through the cave, making your way under limestone ledges and through tight stone passageways. As you hike, look for local wildlife, including the resident colony of bats that dwell within the cave. Bear Gulch Cave is not a typical cave. The upper and lower cave sections were formed over many thousands of years as running streams of water weathered away larger boulders, creating narrow chasms and canyons. Occasionally, larger chunks of rock broke off and landed on top of the chasms, creating the “roof” for the cave sections. Wander through the darkened stone tunnels, which are known as talus caves. The cave is home to a colony of Townsend’s big-eared bats. Look carefully and you may be able to see bats hanging in clusters inside the cave. Note that their ears resemble those of rabbits. As you explore the area, admire the views of rocky peaks and huge boulders visible from the trail. Inside the cave itself, listen for the sound of rushing water. The trail through the cave is less than 2 miles (3 kilometres). Bring along a flashlight, cell phone or headlamp to help light your way, as the tunnels are very dark in parts. Though caving skills are not necessary, hikers will be required to manoeuvre through narrow spaces. Paths, stairways and railings help hikers make their way through the cave. Toward the end of the trail, emerge at Bear Gulch Reservoir. Find a spot in the shade to rest, enjoy a drink or snack and appreciate the view of the sparkling water before embarking on the return route. Find Bear Gulch Cave in the eastern portion of Pinnacles National Park in Central California, less than a 30-minute drive from San Benito. At least part of Bear Gulch Cave is typically open from mid-July through mid-May although opening hours fluctuate depending on the breeding season and activity of the bat colony inside. Check online or at the bulletin board at the trailhead for the latest information. ## Plan a trip to see Bear Gulch Caves Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Tilt Hotel Universal/Hollywood, an Ascend Collection Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/868500/868436/20bd9b80_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Tilt Hotel Universal/Hollywood, an Ascend Collection Hotel £952 per person 13 Apr - 18 Apr found 1 day ago Return flight included London (LHR) to Los Angeles (LAX) 7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews) Everything was great. Really enjoyed our visit. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 ![The Eden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90250000/90241000/90240997/e9f68db0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The Eden Downtown Santa Monica £1,141 per person 13 Apr - 18 Apr found 1 day ago Return flight included London (LHR) to Los Angeles (LAX) 9/10 Wonderful! 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