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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/13/2025
The parking area which accesses both the Jawbone Trail and the Chaparral Connector Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/13/2025
Hikers must cross the road in order to begin the Jawbone Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/13/2025
The path begins by paralleling a seasonal creekbed through a valley.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/13/2025
Beyond the valley, the trail begins climbing a hillside.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/13/2025
Scenic switchbacks along the Jawbone Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/13/2025
The viewpoint along the Prewett Point Trail comes into view - this is the destination of the Jawbone Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/13/2025
The trail soon reaches a fork with the Prewett Point Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/13/2025
Heading from the trail fork toward the lookout point.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/13/2025
Views of the geologic formations at the high points area of Pinnacles National Park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/13/2025
Hiking in view of the stone pinnacles.