Taking out some newer outdoor climbers that can't lead belay, and I was wondering if there are good spots to top rope on the West Side. I see from the Friends of Pinnacles page, http://www.pinnacles.org/park/faqs.php#faq_13, that Bouldering Rock and Passion Play Wall have some good options, but I was hoping for at least one top rope you can walk off with a better view. Thanks!
The simple answer is only a few.
The west side is more about adventure.
My suggestion would be - go to The Big Bad West (next to/left of Passion Play) and teach your partners how to lead belay.
You can easily toprope it too and then Passion Play.
You can also lead The Lamb with a new lead belayer - since it is almost a free solo.
There are big, slingable knobs above the only bolt (take several runners).
Big Nixon has a two bolt anchor - the old belay tree is totally dead. Easy scramble up there.
FOP also recommends The Rookie and Even Coyotes Like It Doggie Style. (assuming you have the guidebook)
If you want a nice view and a huge summit - continue past the Tilting Terrace access trail to the "steps" on the left.
Go up the steps and follow the access trail to the back of The Flumes - then scramble up the 3rd class to the top.