Devil’s Postpile to Partially Close Throughout Summer 2024
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How Much of Devil’s Postpile Will be Closed?
Devil’s Postpile National Monument is joining other parks in the state that are implementing travel restrictions or partial closures in 2024. Recently, park officials announced the park’s main road, Reds Meadow Road, will undergo extensive repairs and improvements.
As a result, the road will be closed to the public from 11:00pm on Sundays through 9:00am Fridays. As of the publishing of this post, the road and park are closed for winter conditions, with Reds Meadow Road tentatively scheduled to open on June 7.
Meaning that throughout the entire operating season, visitors will only be able to access the park on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Furthermore, all campgrounds in Reds Meadow Valley will remain closed for the season.
The construction project is expected to last between June 7 (provided road conditions are good) and September 15. When the road and monument are open, visitors will be required to utilize the Reds Meadow Shuttle.
The shuttle departs in regular intervals throughout the day from The Village near the gondolas and from the Adventure Center at Mammoth Mountain. Day passes are $15.00 for adults and $7.00 for children 15 years and younger.
What if I Have a Wilderness Permit?
If you have a wilderness permit for entry or exit in Reds Meadow, you’ll need to time it correctly as you’ll be subject to the closure as well. Entries or exits will only be allowed Fridays through Sundays when the road is open from the following trailheads:
Beck Lake
Fern Lake
Fish Creek
High Trail
John Muir Trail north or south of Devil’s Postpile
Minaret Lake
River Trail
Shadow Creek
You will be permitted to leave your vehicle at the trailhead parking lot but remember - you will not be permitted to drive out Monday - Thursday. Time your trip accordingly.
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Formed roughly 80,000 years ago, the up to 60 foot basalt columns of Devil’s Postpile National Monument are a sight to behold. The saying, “you won’t believe it until you see it”, holds