Devils Postpile National Monument
Devils Postpile National Monument is a U.S. National Monument located near Mammoth Mountain in Eastern California. The monument protects Devils Postpile, an unusual rock formation of columnar basalt, "all closely and perfectly fitted together like a vast mosaic." The monument encompasses 798 acres (323 ha) and includes two main attractions: the Devils Postpile formation and Rainbow Falls, a waterfall on the Middle Fork of the San Joaquin River. In addition, the John Muir Trail and Pacific Crest Trail merge into one trail as they pass through the monument. Excluding a small developed area containing the monument headquarters, visitor center and a campground, the National Monument lies within the borders of the Ansel Adams Wilderness.
| The Devils Postpile National Monument | |
|---|---|
IUCN category III (natural monument or feature) | |
Basalt columns of Devils Postpile | |
| Location | Madera County, California, United States |
| Nearest city | Mammoth Lakes, CA |
| Coordinates | 37°37′28″N 119°5′4″W |
| Area | 798 acres (323 ha) |
| Created | July 6, 1911 |
| Visitors | 109,571 (in 2017) |
| Governing body | National Park Service |
| Website | Devils Postpile National Monument |
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