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Devils Postpile National Monument
Established in 1911 by presidential proclamation, Devils Postpile National Monument protects and preserves the Devils Postpile formation, the 101-foot Rainbow Falls, and the pristine mountain scenery. The Devils Postpile 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 60-feet high and display an unusual symmetry. Another wonder is in store just downstream from the Postpile at Rainbow Falls, once called ?a gem unique and worthy of its name?. When the sun is overhead, a bright rainbow highlights the spectacular Falls. The monument is also a portal to the High Sierra backcountry, with some 75% included in the Ansel Adams Wilderness. At 800 acres, Devils Postpile National Monument may be considered small by some, yet its natural and recreational values abound.
Directions to Devils Postpile National Monument
Plane - Closest commercial airport is Reno, Nevada.
Car - Drive 10 miles west from U.S. 395 on S.R. 203 to Minaret Summit & then 7 miles on a paved, narrow mountain road. Most visitors must park at Mammoth Mountain & use the shuttle -- see "Getting around" below.
Bus - From July 1 through September 1, YARTS offers daily bus service from Yosemite Valley to the town of Mammoth Lakes. Call 1-877-989-2787 or visit www.yarts.com.
Public Transportation - From late June to early September, day-use visitors to the Devils Postpile/Reds Meadow area must ride the shuttle bus -- see "Getting around" below.
AddressP.O. Box 3999
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Mammoth Lakes, CA
93546
Additional InformationEmail: *
Phone: USA
Latitude: 37.615
Longitude: -119.08556
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