Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Devil's Postpile





This amazing natural treasure is incredible to witness in person. The posts are created through volcanic activity and are polygon in shape. From the top they look like highly polished tiles, amazing to think they were made naturally! Located near Mammoth Mountain Ski Area
Quick Notes
*must pay a small transportation fee in order to enter Reds Meadow Valley if driving in*
*Shuttle mandatory* $7.00 adults $4.00 kids (3-15 years old)
*easy hike ranging from 1- 5 miles
*can camp ($14.00 per night fee)
For More Info:
*"Most visitors must park at the Mammoth Mountain Ski Area and use the mandatory shuttle. The shuttle bus operates from mid-June through the end of September.Exceptions to the shuttle system are those visitors who drive into the Valley before 7:00am or after 7:30pm, or who are overnight guests of Reds Meadow Resort, who are camping within the Reds Meadow Valley, who are hauling stock trailers, whose vehicles are carrying small watercraft for use in the lakes, or who can provide proof of physical handicap."-taken from http://www.nps.gov/depo/planyourvisit/directions.htm

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