
Devils Postpile National Monument
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This park experiences heavy crowds, especially on weekends.
Check out the similar parks below for a better experience
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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