Alabama Hills, Mountain range in Inyo County, California.
Alabama Hills is a mountain range situated between the Sierra Nevada and the Inyo Mountains in eastern California, defined by smooth, rounded rocks and weathered formations. The landscape is characterized by numerous rounded boulders that create distinct pillars and arches throughout the area.
Mining prospectors sympathetic to the Confederate cause named their claims after the USS Alabama, a warship from the Civil War period. This name gradually became applied to the entire mountain range.
The area has served as a filming location for Western movies and television productions since early cinema days. The distinctive rock formations attract filmmakers seeking dramatic natural backdrops.
To reach the area, take Whitney Portal Road west from Lone Pine and turn right onto Movie Flat Road. The best times for visiting are early morning and late afternoon when light illuminates the rock formations beautifully.
The Mobius Arch frames Mount Whitney, the highest peak in the contiguous United States, creating a natural frame for photographs. This geological formation makes the location a favorite spot for photographers seeking this rare alignment.
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