✨ 2026 Season
Ansel Adams Wilderness Permit 2026
Gateway to the High Sierra, this wilderness area offers stunning alpine scenery with access to the John Muir Trail and other iconic routes.
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🏔️ Popular Entry Points
Agnew Meadows
Most competitive. Access to Thousand Island Lake and the High Sierra.
Rush Creek
Less competitive alternative. Access to Waugh Lake and beyond.
Fern Lake
Most accessible. Beautiful alpine lakes with good availability.
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