Soledad is a vibrant community with wine tasting rooms that provide the oenophile with options galore. Recreational activities abound at the nearby Pinnacles National Monument. Explore California history with a family mission trip. http://www.seemonterey.com/soledad-california/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:57:23 +0100 WebGen + FeedCreator 1.7.2-ppt Mon, 15 Jun 2009 22:15:30 +0100 http://www.seemonterey.com/soledad-california/ Soledad In Spanish the word “soledad” means solitude. And back when the area was populated by cows and Spanish friars it was an accurate description. But today, Soledad is a vibrant community that can surprise the uninitiated. Options galore await the oenophile at Soledad wine tasting rooms. Learn about California's history with a Soledad family mission trip. The nearby Pinnacles National Monument and the Arroyo Seco campground in the Los Padres National Forest offer exciting outdoor recreation opportunities.Soledad MissionFor the family that is interested in history, Mission Nuestra Senora de la Soledad (the Soledad Mission) is a perfect stop on a family mission trip. Soledad is also within easy reach of the well-preserved Mission San Antonio de Padua in southern Monterey County.Pinnacles National MonumentSoledad is the closest town to the breathtaking Pinnacles National Monument and a perfect jumping-off point for a Pinnacles National Monument vacation. If you're planning on hiking or birding at Pinnacles National Monument, you can camp at Pinnacles Campground, or stay at one of Soledad's conveniently located hotels. Soledad Hotels Soledad hotels are within an easy drive of all the area attractions. Its motels, the Soledad Motel 8 and the Valley Harvest Inn, are great for visitors on a budget. For the visitor who prefers luxury, the Inn at the Pinnacles, nestled in the midst of vineyards, offers wine tasting every evening, a full breakfast every morning, and easy proximity to Pinnacles National Monument. Soledad Map View Larger Map Mon, 15 Jun 2009 22:15:30 +0100 en_257_347_0