アルパイン郡の天然記念物・トップ9

The way up can be covered in snow even in mid-summer, and it's not uncommon to have downed trees to navigate either. However, the 360 views at the top are breathtaking.

The Mokelumne Wilderness offers stunning views of lava rock formations and rugged valleys. A section of the iconic Pacific Crest Trail winds through this remarkable landscape dotted with some small lakes.

Similar to the famous Devil‘s Postpile, this basalt rock formation towers above the landscape with its octagonal shaped basalt columns.

The view from Noble Saddle is just amazing wherever you look. There is one sheltered spot for a tent or cowboy camping at the top. The descent on the north side might be covered with snow until early summer.

Bizarre rock formations, lava flows and gigantic volcanic boulders will leave you with unique impressions.

Great place to stop after a long ride and treat tired legs in the hot water, particularly if staying at the adjacent campground

Highest point at 1472 m along the trail to Carson Hot Springs, great views of the snowcapped Sierra Nevada to the West and the desert to the East

Challenging last part of the scramble up to Round Top Summit, which has two rocky peaks separated by a deep rocky ravine requiring some sure-footedness. At this elevation snow can linger long into early summer, so poles, ax, and crampons may be needed, depending on snow and trail conditions.