Devils Postpile National Monument

Established in 1911 by presidential proclamation, Devils Postpile National Monument protects and preserves the Devils Postpile formation, the 101-foot Rainbow Falls, and the pristine mountain scenery.

Plane - Closest commercial airport is Reno, Nevada.

Car - Drive 10 miles west from U.S. 395 on S.R. 203 to Minaret Summit & then 7 miles on a paved, narrow mountain road. Most visitors must park at Mammoth Mountain & use the shuttle -- see "Getting around" below.

Bus - From July 1 through September 1, YARTS offers daily bus service from Yosemite Valley to the town of Mammoth Lakes. Call 1-877-989-2787 or visit www.yarts.com.

Public Transportation - From late June to early September, day-use visitors to the Devils Postpile/Reds Meadow area must ride the shuttle bus -- see "Getting around" below.