Tuolumne River Permit: Quota, Dates and Route
Tuolumne River permits are first-come, first-served in Sierra Nevada Rivers. The route covers 18 miles.
This guide covers the Tuolumne River permit.
90
People Per Day
$6 reservation fee, plus $2 per person
Permit Cost
1-3 days
Duration
18 miles
Distance
expert
Difficulty
About Tuolumne River
18 miles of Class IV+ granite whitewater below Yosemite on the Main Tuolumne, plus the Class V+ Cherry Creek run above it.
The Tuolumne River route
- Distance
- 18 miles
- Route type
- point-to-point
- Trip length
- 1-3 days
- Difficulty
- expert
Stanislaus National Forest. Nearest town: Groveland
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a Tuolumne River permit?
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Tuolumne River permits are available first-come, first-served. They can be booked online when they become available. Popular dates fill quickly.
When is the best time to visit Tuolumne River?
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The permit season runs May 1 through October 15. Flows are minimized every other Wednesday, so check the Groveland Ranger District schedule before you set a date.
How long is the Tuolumne River route?
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The route is 18 miles, as a point-to-point. Plan on 1-3 days.
How difficult is the Tuolumne River route?
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This is a expert route, extremely challenging and requires advanced skills.
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