Inyo National Forest Permits
Gateway to the John Muir and Ansel Adams Wilderness areas along the eastern Sierra Nevada.
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Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Mt. Whitney Zone (Day Use)
Wilderness permit for entry via Mt. Whitney Zone (Day Use) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Mt. Whitney Trail (Overnight)
Wilderness permit for entry via Mt. Whitney Trail (Overnight) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Mt Whitney Trail Crest Exit
Wilderness permit for entry via Mt Whitney Trail Crest Exit in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Baxter Pass (JMT)
Wilderness permit for entry via Baxter Pass (JMT) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Bishop Pass (JMT)
Wilderness permit for entry via Bishop Pass (JMT) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Duck Pass (JMT)
Wilderness permit for entry via Duck Pass (JMT) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — High Trail – PCT (JMT)
Wilderness permit for entry via High Trail – PCT (JMT) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — JMT North of Devils Postpile
Wilderness permit for entry via JMT North of Devils Postpile in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — JMT South of Devils Postpile
Wilderness permit for entry via JMT South of Devils Postpile in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Kearsarge Pass (JMT)
Wilderness permit for entry via Kearsarge Pass (JMT) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Pine Creek Pass (JMT)
Wilderness permit for entry via Pine Creek Pass (JMT) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Sawmill Pass (JMT)
Wilderness permit for entry via Sawmill Pass (JMT) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Shepherd Pass (JMT)
Wilderness permit for entry via Shepherd Pass (JMT) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Taboose Pass (JMT)
Wilderness permit for entry via Taboose Pass (JMT) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Baker Lakes
Wilderness permit for entry via Baker Lakes in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Beck Lake
Wilderness permit for entry via Beck Lake in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Big Pine Creek North Fork
Wilderness permit for entry via Big Pine Creek North Fork in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Big Pine Creek South Fork
Wilderness permit for entry via Big Pine Creek South Fork in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Birch Lake
Wilderness permit for entry via Birch Lake in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Blackrock
Wilderness permit for entry via Blackrock in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Bloody Canyon
Wilderness permit for entry via Bloody Canyon in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Convict Creek
Wilderness permit for entry via Convict Creek in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Cottonwood Lakes
Wilderness permit for entry via Cottonwood Lakes in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Cottonwood Pass (PCT)
Wilderness permit for entry via Cottonwood Pass (PCT) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Deer Lakes
Wilderness permit for entry via Deer Lakes in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Fern Lake
Wilderness permit for entry via Fern Lake in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Fish Creek
Wilderness permit for entry via Fish Creek in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Gable Lakes
Wilderness permit for entry via Gable Lakes in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — George Creek - Mt. Williamson
Wilderness permit for entry via George Creek - Mt. Williamson in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — George Lake
Wilderness permit for entry via George Lake in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Gibbs Lake
Wilderness permit for entry via Gibbs Lake in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Glacier Canyon
Wilderness permit for entry via Glacier Canyon in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Golden Trout Lakes (Onion Valley)
Wilderness permit for entry via Golden Trout Lakes (Onion Valley) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Hilton Lakes
Wilderness permit for entry via Hilton Lakes in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Horton Lakes
Wilderness permit for entry via Horton Lakes in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Italy Pass (Pine Creek)
Wilderness permit for entry via Italy Pass (Pine Creek) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Lamarck Lakes
Wilderness permit for entry via Lamarck Lakes in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Laurel Lakes
Wilderness permit for entry via Laurel Lakes in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Little Lakes Valley
Wilderness permit for entry via Little Lakes Valley in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Lundy Canyon
Wilderness permit for entry via Lundy Canyon in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — McGee Pass
Wilderness permit for entry via McGee Pass in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Meysan Lake
Wilderness permit for entry via Meysan Lake in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Minaret Lake
Wilderness permit for entry via Minaret Lake in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Mono Pass (Rock Creek)
Wilderness permit for entry via Mono Pass (Rock Creek) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — North Fork Lone Pine Creek
Wilderness permit for entry via North Fork Lone Pine Creek in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Olancha Pass (PCT)
Wilderness permit for entry via Olancha Pass (PCT) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Parker Lake
Wilderness permit for entry via Parker Lake in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Piute Pass (North Lake)
Wilderness permit for entry via Piute Pass (North Lake) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Red Cones - Mammoth Pass
Wilderness permit for entry via Red Cones - Mammoth Pass in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Red Lake (Split Mt)
Wilderness permit for entry via Red Lake (Split Mt) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — River Trail (Agnew Meadow)
Wilderness permit for entry via River Trail (Agnew Meadow) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Rush Creek (Silver Lake)
Wilderness permit for entry via Rush Creek (Silver Lake) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Sabrina Lake
Wilderness permit for entry via Sabrina Lake in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Saddlebag Lake
Wilderness permit for entry via Saddlebag Lake in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Shadow Creek (Agnew Meadow)
Wilderness permit for entry via Shadow Creek (Agnew Meadow) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Tamarack Lakes
Wilderness permit for entry via Tamarack Lakes in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Trail Pass
Wilderness permit for entry via Trail Pass in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Treasure Lakes - South Lake
Wilderness permit for entry via Treasure Lakes - South Lake in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Tuttle Creek
Wilderness permit for entry via Tuttle Creek in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Tyee Lakes
Wilderness permit for entry via Tyee Lakes in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Upper Buttermilk
Wilderness permit for entry via Upper Buttermilk in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Valentine Lake
Wilderness permit for entry via Valentine Lake in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Warren Fork
Wilderness permit for entry via Warren Fork in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake)
Wilderness permit for entry via Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.
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Inyo NF Permit FAQ
What permits are required for Inyo National Forest?
Inyo National Forest requires permits for various activities including Baker Lakes, Baxter Pass (JMT), Beck Lake, Big Pine Creek North Fork, Big Pine Creek South Fork, and 59 more. Each permit has different requirements and booking processes.
How do I get a permit for Inyo National Forest?
Permits for Inyo National Forest are available through Reservation systems. Use PermitSnag to track availability and get notified when cancellations occur.
When should I apply for Inyo National Forest permits?
Timing varies by permit type. Lottery permits typically open months in advance, while reservation permits release on a rolling basis. Set up alerts with PermitSnag to never miss an opening.
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