Natural
Inyo County, CA
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Movie Road threads the Alabama Hills National Scenic Area among rounded granite outcrops with Mount Whitney on the skyline—the classic Western film backdrop. The short Mobius Arch loop is the usual first stop from the dirt parking spur. Graded dirt suits most cars in dry weather; free BLM access with no water or shade at the lot.
| Region | Inyo County, CA |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 36.6114, -118.1248 |
| Feature | Mobius Arch |
| Backdrops | Mt. Whitney |
| Access | Movie Flat Road from Whitney Portal Road west of Lone Pine |
| Best | Sunrise/sunset |
| Fee | Free (BLM dispersed) |
| Best season | Year-round (sunrise/sunset optimal) |
| Agency | BLM Alabama Hills National Scenic Area |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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Plan ahead. Leave no trace. Verify current access before traveling.