Devils Postpile National Monument, a California National Monument

DEVILS POSTPILE NATIONAL MONUMENT

DEVILS POSTPILE NATIONAL MONUMENT
Devils Postpile Access Road
Mammoth Lakes, California 93546

(lat:37.6251 lon:-119.085)

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Established in 1911 by presidential proclamation, Devils Postpile National Monument protects and preserves the Devils Postpile formation, the 101-foot high Rainbow Falls, and pristine mountain scenery. The formation is a rare sight in the geologic world and ranks as one of the world's finest examples of columnar basalt. Its' columns tower up to 60 feet and display a striking symmetry.

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Hot Creek State Fish Hatchery

Sierra National Forest

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Area Campgrounds

Mammoth Mountain RV Park
2667 Main Street
Mammoth Lakes, CA

June Lake RV Park
155 Crawford Street
June Lake, CA
760-648-7967

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Directions

Shuttle Bus: Most visitors must park at the Mammoth Mountain Ski Area and use the mandatory shuttle. The shuttle bus operates from mid-June through the Wednesday after Labor Day. By car: From U.S. Highway 395, drive 10 miles west on S.R. 203 to Minaret Vista and then another 8 miles on a paved, steep mountain road. Please note that this road is single lane for approximately 3 miles. By plane: The closest commercial airport is the Mammoth Lakes/Yosemite Airport (MMH), located on U.S. Highway 395.

Nearby Parks

Hot Creek State Fish Hatchery

Sierra National Forest

California State Parks

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