Balconies

Mountain in California · 2,136 ft

2,136 ft
Elevation
121 ft
Prominence
1.2 mi
Hike length one way
36.5017, -121.2047
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Balconies

1.2 mi
one way
902 ft
of ascent
1 h 38 min
round trip

The route starts at Chaparral Parking Area — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

1,385 ft1.2 mi · 2,185 ft

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Parking and starting point

1Chaparral Parking AreaRecommended
parking · south of the peak
1.2 mi on foot · ↑ 902 ft · about 1 h 38 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2Jawbone Parking Area
parking · southwest of the peak
about 1.4 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗
3Old Pinnacles
marked trailhead · east of the peak
about 2.5 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is Balconies?

Balconies is 2,136 ft above sea level and lies in California. Its prominence is 121 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Balconies?

From Chaparral Parking Area it is about 1.2 mi one way with 902 ft of ascent. Expect around 1 h 38 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Balconies?

The nearest parking is Chaparral Parking Area (south of the peak) — 1.2 mi on foot · ↑ 902 ft · about 1 h 38 min round trip. Alternative: Jawbone Parking Area (southwest of the peak) (about 1.4 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.

Can I log Balconies in Conquer?

Yes — Balconies is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.

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