Devils Postpile

Witness Nature’s Masterpiece: Devil’s Postpile

Devils Postpile

Explore the awe-inspiring Devil’s Postpile National Monument, a geological wonder in the Eastern Sierra. Marvel at the towering basalt columns, formed by ancient lava flows, and hike to the stunning Rainbow Falls.

Discover the Magic of Devil’s Postpile:

The Postpile: Admire the unique hexagonal columns, a testament to the power of nature.
Rainbow Falls: Hike to the base of this majestic waterfall, surrounded by lush forests and dramatic cliffs.
Scenic Trails: Embark on a variety of hikes, from easy strolls to challenging treks.
Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for diverse wildlife, including black bears, deer, and a variety of bird species.

Plan your visit to Devil’s Postpile National Monument and experience the beauty of the Eastern Sierra.

Lakes Basin and Reds Meadow Road to temporarily close Friday, November 1 due to incoming storm

October 31, 2024 by Charlie Pankey

Mammoth Lakes, Calif., October 31, 2023 — To provide for public safety due to the impending storm, the Inyo National Forest has decided to close the Lakes Basin area and Reds Meadow Road this Friday, November 1 at 6:00 p.m. or earlier, depending on weather. National Weather Service Reno is forecasting up to 4-5 inches of … Read more

Reds Meadow Road reconstruction update

January 19, 2024 by Charlie Pankey

Projected schedule for public access during 2024 summer season now available Mammoth Lakes, Calif., January 19, 2024 —Inyo National Forest, partner agencies and contractors responsible for the reconstruction of Reds Meadow Road, which leads to Devil’s Postpile National Monument , are ready to share the projected schedule for the summer 2024 season starting Friday, June 7. … Read more

Reds Meadow Road is now closed for winter

November 9, 2023 by Charlie Pankey

Mammoth Lakes, Calif., November 8, 2023 — Due to the need for removing additional large trees from Reds Meadow before the impending winter snow, Reds Meadow Road will be now be closed for the winter. While contractors work on the weekdays due to the Reds Meadow Road Reconstruction Project, contractors through the Whitebark Institute are removing … Read more

Reds Meadow Road set to open Friday, July 21in Mammoth

July 20, 2023 by Charlie Pankey

MAMMOTH LAKES, Calif., July 20, 2023 – Inyo National Forest will open Reds Meadow Road from Minaret Vista to the public tomorrow, July 21 at 8:00 a.m., pending any unforeseen circumstances while clearing hazard trees along the road and in parking lots, while conducting minor pothole repairs on the road. The Reds Meadow Road, which … Read more

Reds Meadow Road Seasonal Closure Update

January 25, 2024October 7, 2022 by Charlie Pankey

The Inyo National Forest and Devils Postpile National Monument announce that Reds Meadow Road at Minaret Vista will be closed for the season on Tuesday, October 11. The roadways within the Lakes Basin and the upper portion of Old Mammoth Road will remain open until weather conditions change. Starting October 1, tree felling began along Reds Meadow Road in preparation for upcoming road construction scheduled to begin in 2023. … Read more

Reds Meadow Road scheduled to close October 11

August 27, 2022 by Charlie Pankey

BISHOP, Calif. — The U.S. Forest Service will begin a tree removal operation to prepare for the upcoming reconstruction and widening of Reds Meadow Road. The work will primarily occur between Agnew Meadows and Minaret Vista starting on October 1. This will temporarily impact public access to the Reds Meadow Valley until the work is complete. General Schedule: … Read more

Reds Meadow & Devils Postpile to Open Friday

January 3, 2023June 14, 2022 by Charlie Pankey

Reds Meadow Road Opens up Seasonal Access to Popular Recreational Sites Friday June 17. BISHOP, Calif. — Reds Meadow Road will be opening this Friday June 17, providing public access to Devils Postpile National Monument, Rainbow Falls , Reds Meadow Resort and recreation sites, trailheads and campgrounds in the Reds Meadow Valley. The Reds Meadow Shuttle … Read more

Devils Postpile and Red Meadow Access Opens

December 2, 2024June 15, 2021 by Charlie Pankey

Reds Meadow area update – Opens Thursday BISHOP, CA June 15, 2021 — Reds Meadow Road (Hwy 203) will be opening this Thursday, June 17, providing public access to Devils Postpile National Monument, Rainbow Falls, Reds Meadow Resort and recreation sites, trailheads and campgrounds in the Reds Meadow Valley. The Reds Meadow Shuttle Service, provided by Eastern … Read more

National Park Week Celebrating Nation’s Parks and American Heritage April 17- 24 2021

October 3, 2024April 6, 2021 by Charlie Pankey

Celebrate, Recreate Responsibly and Support Our National Parks WASHINGTON – The Department of the Interior announced that National Park Week – an annual weeklong celebration of America’s national parks – will run from April 17 to April 25. National Park Week encourages the public to explore the vast network of our national parks, sacred sites, and historical … Read more

Reds Meadow Road Opening June 26

February 2, 2024June 22, 2020 by Charlie Pankey

Careful planning required to access valley – shuttle Service will not Operate in 2020 Sierra Rec Magazine – Mammoth Ca, June 22, 2020 – The Inyo National Forest and Devils Postpile National Monument announce that the Reds Meadow Road will open on Friday, June 26 for the 2020 season. Typically, the Reds Meadow Shuttle Bus … Read more

Reds Meadow, Devils Post Pile and Rainbow Falls Access Opens For The Season

July 24, 2024June 14, 2018 by Charlie Pankey

The Reds Meadow Road to open June 15 Sierra Rec Magazine – June 14, 2018 – The Inyo National Forest and Devils Postpile National Monument announce that the Reds Meadow Valley Road will open on Friday, June 15 at 5:00 pm. The road received damage in two sections of the road, where the sub-grade … Read more

Inyo National Forest Prepares For Winter But Still Remains Active Fall Recreation Area

December 4, 2024October 12, 2017 by Charlie REC magazine - Charlie Pankey ~ Publisher

Inyo NF Campground updates, Road updates and visitor center updates below for some of the regions favorite recreational visits. Sierra Rec Magazine, October 12, 2017 – As fall color explodes on the Eastern Sierra Range. The team in Inyo National forest are busy preparing for a long fun winter. But the fall recreation season is … Read more

The Reds Meadow Road and Devils Postpile National Monument to Open Friday July 21

July 24, 2024July 20, 2017 by Charlie REC magazine - Charlie Pankey ~ Publisher

The Inyo National Forest and Devils Postpile National Monument announce that the Reds Meadow Valley Road will open on Friday, July 21 at 8:00 am. Sierra Rec Magazine – Sierra Access Updates- July 20, 2017 – The Road to Devils Postpile, Rainbow Falls and Reds Meadow will open Friday, July 21, at 8:am to the public. … Read more

Devils Postpile National Monument Celebrates the National Park Service Centennial

February 2, 2024July 9, 2016 by Charlie REC magazine - Charlie Pankey ~ Publisher

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service with Devils Postpile National Monument! View from the top of the Devils Postpile formation Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service with Devils Postpile National Monument ! Five years after celebrating the centennial of the designation of Devils Postpile National Monument, we are celebrating … Read more

15' in review – 16 Great Adventure Trips into the Sierra

May 7, 2025January 1, 2016 by Charlie REC magazine - Charlie Pankey ~ Publisher

Vernal Falls Yosemite National Park Clarks Point

Our Top Adventure Locations Visited in the Sierra in 2015

Sierra Mountains 2015 – What a great year of exploring in the Sierra. The Low 2015 snow pack gave us access to greater areas earlier and Sierra REC had a blast exploring new areas and sharing our adventures. As we sit and look into 2016 and the various places we look forward to seeing for the first time, here is an end of the year review of the top 16 places we explored in 2015!

highland_lakes stanislaus National forest — Highland_lakes Stanislaus National forest

a bear standing on a rock in a forest — Heavenly Resort Ropes Course

the lake is surrounded by mountains and trees — Elizabeth Lake Yosemite

Lake Tahoe and the Tahoe Rim Trail

Access to the Tahoe Rim trail in 2015 gave us great Views of Lake Tahoe

2) Grovers Hot Springs in Alpine County

Grovers Hot Springs in Alpine County was a great Winter Hike in 2015

3) Horsetail Falls Trail off HWY 50

2) Grovers Hot Springs in Alpine County

Grovers Hot Springs in Alpine County was a great Winter Hike in 2015

3) Horsetail Falls Trail off HWY 50

Horsetail Falls - HWY 50 West of Lake Tahoe — Horsetail Falls – HWY 50 West of Lake Tahoe

4) Family trip to The Gold Lakes Area in the Central Sierra

Golds Lake Hwy and the Graeagle Recreational area

5)Yosemite National Park – Mist Trail & Vernal Falls

Vernal Falls along the Mist Trail — The Mist Trail in Yosemite National Park and Vernal Falls

6) Nevada Falls

7) Donner Lake and the Old Train Tunnels

8)Shealor Lake in Alpine County

9)Emigrant Lake in the Central Sierra.

10) Winnemucca Lake

11)Highlands Lake

12)Family Day on the Ropes at Heavenly Mountain Resort and Views of Lake Tahoe

a person riding on a ski lift over a mountain — Lake Tahoe From Heavenly Mountain – Family day on the Ropes at Heavenly

13)Sonora Pass – Many Recreational Stops

14)Devils Postpile and Rainbow Falls National Monument

Devils Postpile National Monument and Rainbow Falls.

15)Yosemite’s Elizabeth Lake Hike with Lifepoint Expeditions

Elizabeth Lake - Yosemite National Park — Elizabeth Lake – Yosemite National Park

16)The Great Tenaya Lake in Yosemite is one of my favorite places to just sit and enjoy the view.

So many great Adventures in 2015. And So many photos that did not make the list. Look forward to bringing you new places and new photos f the Sierra and all its great recreational adventures in 2016. Hope you are able to get out and explore for yourself. Send us your favorite adventure photos from the sierra or Hashtag us at #goexplore or #sierrarec.

Sierra REC Magazine is dedicated to sharing the events, news and adventure opportunities that exist in The Sierra Mountains. From Lassen Volcanic National Park to the North down through the Central Sierra and the Lake Tahoe Basin through the rugged eastern slopes of the Mono county and Yosemite National park to the southern tips near Sequoia National Park and the PCT trail. We invite you to share stories, trips and photos from your adventures in the Sierra. Please join us on Facebook, Twitter Google + and You-Tube or email us your events and photos at sierrarecinfo@gmail.com #goexplore