California Points of Interest

Minaret Vista Observation Site


Located on the Sierra Crest, Minaret Vista gives a panoramic view of Reds Meadow Valley and the surrounding Ansel Adams Wilderness. The overlook identifys peaks of the Minarets, Mount Ritter, and Banner Peak. A short nature trail and picnic area invite you to linger and enjoy the view.


MINARET VISTA OBSERVATION SITE

Points of Interest
Location
Blue Canyon Vista Observation Site
Devils Postpile Formation
Minaret Vista Observation Site
Vermillion View Observation Site
Visitor Contact / Ranger Station

Nearby Camping
Location Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Lower Deadman 15 7,782 ft
Lake Mary 51 8,948 ft
Glass Creek 50 7,516 ft
Boulder 10 7,411 ft
Coldwater 75 9,000 ft
Devils Postpile 21 9,079 ft
Silver Lake - June Lake 63 7,227 ft
Lower Lee Vining 60 7,334 ft
Old Shady Rest 46 7,809 ft
Pine Glen - Mammoth Lakes 18 7,773 ft
Camp High Sierra Numerous 8,133 ft
Minaret Falls 26 7,609 ft
Reversed Creek 16 7,674 ft
Gull Lake 11 7,615 ft
New Shady Rest 92 7,804 ft
Pine City 10 8,937 ft
Vermillion 32 7,663 ft
Hartley Springs 20 8,431 ft
Agnew Meadows 21 8,304 ft
Oh Ridge 147 7,706 ft
June Lake 28 7,649 ft
Cattleguard 15 7,268 ft
Pumice Flat 4 7,660 ft
Sherwin Creek 85 7,551 ft
Soda Springs 29 7,690 ft
Lake George 15 9,048 ft
Aerie Crag RV Camp 15 7,209 ft
Reds Meadow 56 7,659 ft

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