Did this with my wife, 8 year old twins (one with mild cerebral palsy) and 21 month old. Continued to Rainbow Falls. Not much shade on that leg of trip. Outstanding hike, though popular.
What a sight, a geology class was there studying the site, and they had great insight on how it was formed.Cool spot, and hiked down to Rainbow falls as well.
Took the JMT through the Mammouth area. Went to Devils Postpile, Rainbow falls, and Red's Meadow. We did this as a unplanned side trip after a few days up Convict Canyon.
Route Climbed: Trail Date Climbed: October 14, 2004
I took a side trip from Yosemite to visit Devils Postpile. Not many people out hiking in October. The hexagonal pattern at the top is pretty neat. The columns resemble a mini Devils Tower. I also hiked to Rainbow Falls. Very beautiful.
Route Climbed: That little side trail Date Climbed: August 9, 2005
My first night in Mammoth. I took the latest bus that went out there and got to the top around 6:30 pm. It was nice because I was the only person there.