The Top 20 Natural Monuments in Inyo National Forest
Inyo National Forest’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 20
beautiful natural monuments in Inyo National Forest. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
beautiful natural monuments in Inyo National Forest. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
Last updated: December 10, 2025
Mount Whitney
Highlight • Summit
With an elevation of 14,505 feet (4,421 meters), Mount Whitney is the highest point in the contiguous United States. The summit is the southern terminus of the famous John Muir …
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Thousand Island Lake
Highlight • Lake
Thousand Island Lake is one of the most beautiful lakes in the Sierra Nevada. It's name comes from the shimmering stone islands that make up it's unique and a true …
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Mono Lake (South Tufa Area)
Highlight • Lake
These bizarre rock formations are formed in and around Mono Lake from the salty, alkaline water of Mono Lake in connection with underground springs.
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Mono Basin Scenic Area Visitor Center
Highlight • Rest Area
Central visitor center serving the entire Mono Basin area. Usually closed in winter (Dec-Mar) with great info about Mono Lake, permits, and the trails in the adjacent Sierra Valleys between …
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Ancient Bristlecone forest overlook
Highlight • Viewpoint
Along the Methuselah Loop Trail are the oldest trees (NOT the oldest beings) in the world. Some of these Bristlecone pine trees can be about 5,000 years old. The trail …
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