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Pinnacles NP, California
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Bear Gulch is known for its talus caves, formed by large boulders that have fallen into narrow canyons, creating a fascinating labyrinth of passages.
The area is a habitat for the Townsend's big-eared bat, a species that thrives in the cool, dark environment of the talus caves.
Bear Gulch is located within Pinnacles National Park, which was designated as a national monument in 1908 and became a national park in 2013.
The area has been inhabited by Native American tribes for thousands of years, with evidence of their presence found in the form of grinding stones and other artifacts.
The park is home to the rare Pinnacles manzanita, a plant species that is endemic to the region and found nowhere else in the world.
The park's iconic spires and rock formations are remnants of an ancient volcanic field that erupted over 23 million years ago.
