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PermitSnag Team·100+ wilderness permits
Updated September 2, 2026
How to Get a Phipps Permit
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Holds Phipps Lake, Phipps Peak and Phipps Pass. The Pacific Crest Trail and the Tahoe-Yosemite Trail both run through this zone, though the user trail to Phipps Lake itself can be hard to locate.
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PermitSnag Team100+ wilderness permits, extensive backcountry experience
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Phipps permits require advance reservations. Book online as soon as reservations open for your desired dates.
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