How to Get a Cathedral Permit

About Cathedral

Cathedral Lake, reached from the Glen Alpine Trailhead, and Floating Island Lake, reached from the Mt. Tallac Trailhead.

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This guide is based on personal experience obtaining wilderness permits and is regularly updated to reflect current policies and strategies.

Cathedral permits require advance reservations. Book online as soon as reservations open for your desired dates.

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Desolation, CA

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Desolation, CA