Near Devils Postpile Upper Trail
Devils Postpile.
Near Devils Postpile Upper Trail
Devil's Post Pile 2
Near Devils Postpile Upper Trail
Top of Devils Postpile
Near Devils Postpile Upper Trail
Early morning shadow of beginning the trail.

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Devils Postpile Upper Trail

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A trail to explore Devils Postpile from above.
0.4
mi
Distance
173
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Geologically SignificantViews

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Flatter
Steeper
0.38mi
Distance
173ft
Elevation Gain
115ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
7,777ft
High Point
7,592ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Follow the steep rocky stairs from Devils Postpile Trail to reach the top of Devils Postpile. You'll get the best view of this geological formation after about 200 yards. Continue on and rejoin Devils Postpile after 0.4 miles.

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