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Soda Springs Meadow is one of the best places to observe seasonal changes in the Monument. As summer progresses, the river's depth and flow wanes, revealing previously submerged gravel bars and the soda springs.

Devils Postpile National Monument enjoys a unique location. Nestled on the west side of the hydrologic divide, the Postpile boasts features found in both western and eastern Sierran zones.

Throughout the summer months, visitors can find a wide array of west and east-side wildflowers within the Monument's boundaries. Surrounded by towering Sierran vistas, unusual volcanic remains, and located alongside the Middle Fork of the San Joaquin, the Monument offers a never-ending assortment of flora, fauna, and geologic curiosities.

When visiting, it is best to plan for a full day in the Monument. Between the geologic formation itself as well as the outlying areas of Rainbow Falls and the Ansel Adams and John Muir wildernesses, there is no shortage of places to explore.