• Devils Postpile Formation

    Devils Postpile

    National Monument California

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  • Temporary Road Closure at Devils Postpile

    A road widening project will cause a temporary closure of the Devils Postpile access road from 8:30 p.m. on June 9 through Thursday June 13 at 9:00 a.m. More »

  • Devils Postpile Open for the 2013 Season

    Devils Postpile and the Reds Meadow Valley are open for the 2013 season. The Reds Meadow Shuttle Service will be operational May 25-27 form 7 a.m-7 p.m. Vehicles will be allowed to drive in starting May 28 until shuttle bus service resumes June 22. More »

  • Devils Postpile Sets 37-Foot Vehicle Length Restriction on the Devils Postpile Access Road

    Devils Postpile has a limit of 37 feet for vehicles on the monument road. This may change during weather events, construction activities, vehicle congestion, or for safety reasons. Call or email for more information. More »

Things To Do

Anglers in the San Joaquin River
Anglers of all abilities will enjoy the clear waters of the San Joaquin. Use caution in early summer, as the river runs very fast.
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Devils Postpile offers a wide range of things to do in all seasons. Summer months offer wildflower and wildlife viewing, hiking, and fishing. Fall brings changing colors and fewer visitors, offering an opportunity for solitude. Although the monument is closed in the winter and spring months, annual snowfall of over 400 inches provided a winter recreation paradise for determined visitors who venture into the valley. For more information, see Outdoor Activities.

 

Did You Know?

Dogs are allowed on all trails in the monument.

Devils Postpile is a pet friendly park. Pets are allowed on all trails as long as they are on a leash. Leashed pets can even ride the shuttle bus!