Location - East District. Exhibits - Seismograph, park topographical map, various natural and cultural history exhibits. Available Facilities - Restrooms. The primary importance of Pinnacles National Monument is that of a natural preserve and recreational area. The main visitor uses of the park are hiking, technical rock climbing, and as a place to study and observe the natural ecology of central California.
Pinnacles has a rich flora and fauna and a complex and spectacular geology.
Birding, wild flower walks and the study of volcanic and plate tectonics are popular activities.