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Middle Fork San Joaquin River – Devils Postpile loop from Soda Springs

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Middle Fork San Joaquin River – Devils Postpile loop from Soda Springs

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(6552)

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Middle Fork San Joaquin River – Devils Postpile loop from Soda Springs

00:52

3.01km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

1

820 m

Middle Fork San Joaquin River

Highlight • River

The short connector trail to get from the actual location of the Devil's Postpile basalt columns back on the PCT/JMT crosses the river at a perfect fishing spot with an awesome view across the lush valley and the peaks beyond.

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2

1.09 km

Devils Postpile

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Devils Postpile National Monument, which is only open from mid-June to mid-October, was once part of the Yosemite National Park and was only placed under protection as an independent …

Tip by

3

2.63 km

Devil's Postpile National Monument Ranger Station — PCT/JMT

Highlight • Rest Area

Visitor center, parking, cafe, and trailheads to Devil's Postpile, John Muir Trail, and PCT.

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B

3.01 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.16 km

805 m

Surfaces

2.16 km

805 m

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Highest point (2,360 m)

Lowest point (2,310 m)

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