Mobius Arch
The most famous natural stone arch in the Alabama Hills. Looking through the opening frames Mount Whitney perfectly, making it a sacred spot for sunrise photography.
Möbius Arch is named after its twisted shape, which resembles a Möbius strip. Looking through the opening, you can see Mount Whitney and Lone Pine Peak in the distance. The trail starts at the arch loop parking lot beside Movie Road and follows a roughly 1 km loop, passing other small stone arches, including a heart-shaped one. At sunrise, the peaks turn pink, and photographers often need to queue early to secure a spot. Do not climb on the stone arches. Entry is free, and a regular sedan can drive on the dirt road.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Movie Road & Film Locations
- Alabama Hills
- Museum of Western Film History
- Eastern Sierra Interagency Visitor Center
- Manzanar National Historic Site
- Whitney Portal
- Lone Pine Lake Trail
- Mount Whitney