Natural
Mono County, CA
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Thousands of bizarre stone pillars formed by volcanic ash erosion along the lake shore — one of the strangest formations in California. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
| Region | Mono County, CA |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 37.5900, -118.7040 |
| Count | ~5,000 columns |
| Height | Up to 15 ft |
| Access | Dirt road + short walk |
| Best | Morning light |
| Fee | Free |
| Best season | Low water levels (varies; check lake levels) |
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.