Devils Postpile National Monument
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High Traffic Alert
This park experiences heavy crowds, especially on weekends.
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Current Crowd Level
🟠Busy
Popular destination, arrive early for parking
Best: Weekdays before 10am
Devils Postpile National Monument protects rare columnar basalt formations and the spectacular 101-foot Rainbow Falls. Located in the Sierra Nevada near Mammoth Lakes, the monument offers hiking, fishing, and stunning geological features formed by volcanic activity.
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Entrance Fee
$15
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Permits
Not Needed
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Dogs
Allowed
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Accessibility
Accessible
Accepted Passes
🦅America the Beautiful Pass
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