What to See and Do
Hiking and Biking
Kreyenhagen Peak
Offering an excellent challenge for more experienced hikers, this trail provides stunning views and is the perfect place to see wildflowers during the spring and summer months.
Length: 4.8 miles
Intensity: Moderate
Bear Gulch Trail
Located in Pinnacles National Park, this trail travels along a picturesque creek shaded by sycamore trees.
Length: 2.6 miles
Intensity: Easy
Coyote Creek Loop Trail
Located in Henry Coe State Park, this trail offers a range of scenic landscapes and is perfect for viewing animals or wildflowers.
Length: 12
Intensity: Difficult
Steer Ridge Loop
This trail is relatively secluded and is perfect for hiking or backpacking. It's also a popular location with bird-watchers.
Length: 7.1 miles
Intensity: Difficult
Laguna Mountain Loop
This beautiful trail is popular for hiking, mountain biking, or horseback riding, and it provides incredible panoramic views.
Length: 6.5 miles
Intensity: Moderate
Fishing and Boating
Coalinga Canal is an excellent local fishing spot, and bass and bluegill are the most common catches.
Climbing
The Clear Creek Management Area offers several excellent options for rock climbing, including the Joaquin Rocks. These rock formations are each about 200 feet tall and offer several climbing routes of varying difficulties. There are also sections of the rocks that are great for bouldering.
Wildlife Viewing
Condon Peak is a wonderful place to see wildlife, but visitors to the area can also stop at Pinnacles National Park or the nearby San Benito Mountain Research Natural Area. Mule deer, quail, chukar, wild pigs, snakes, lizards, foxes, coyotes, skunks, and raccoons are all common in the area. Condon Peak is also home to California condors, and lucky visitors may spot one or two flying overhead.
Picnicking
Condon Peak is itself a fantastic place to picnic. The area offers shaded picnic tables and fire pits, and the views are spectacular. There are also several picnic tables available at the Coalinga Mineral Springs Trail Head.
Hunting
During the summer months, many people venture to Condon Peak to hunt mule deer. Quail is also a popular game choice in the area.