Devils Postpile: Exploring Big Pictures through a Small Lens

Spectacular geologic formations and captivating hydrologic features— Devils Postpile holds adventure and exploration for your students!

Scheduling Educational Programs

The NPS recognizes and supports the value parks for students to learn about the natural and cultural values that parks protect. School groups that conduct outings that are noncommercial and for educational purposes by schools or bona fide academic institutions, will be exempt from paying an entrance fee to the National Park Site. If a school affiliated running group, is considering accessing the monument, then a Special Use Permit process is required as described in the Compendium.

Due to vacancies in the interpretation and education division, rangers will not be available for educational programs at Devils Postpile National Monument in 2023-4. Education groups can still visit the monument and directions on how to obtain a fee waiver follow.

Please call 760-934-2289 or email us (Mid-June through Mid-October) if an education group trip is planned and your vehicle is over 25 feet in length.

Fees and Fee Waiver Information

The fee waiver process has changed. Effective immediately, Devils Postpile will no longer be handling fee waiver applications. The process has been streamlined and will go through the Inyo National Forest.

The U.S. Forest Service is authorized to waive the standard amenity fees in the Reds Meadow Valley for certain individuals and groups, as outlined by the Recreation Enhancement Act.

If seeking a fee waiver, please bring proof of age or documentation demonstrating your group's affiliation with a school or academic institution or a copy of your special use permit issued by the U.S. Forest Service. This documentation can be presented to the staff at the Minaret Vista Station upon your arrival. Please call 760-924-5500 with any questions regarding the fee waiver process.

Last updated: September 1, 2023

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

PO Box 3999
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546

Phone:

760 934-2289

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