Little Five Lakes and Big Five Lakes Loop
Itinerary
Sawtooth Trailhead
13.2 mi • 6,300 ft gain
Little Five Lakes
10.2 mi • 2,400 ft gain
Columbine Lake
6.4 mi • 800 ft gain
Sawtooth Trailhead
How to get a permit
This trip requires a Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Wilderness Permit. Reservations depend on your start date:
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May 24 – Sep 28
Limited number of permits available.2 options
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Online reservations
| Opens | 6 months ahead | 7 AM PT |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | 1 week ahead | 11:59 PM PDT |
Passed Advance release: 6 months ahead at 7 AM PT
B
In-person reservations
| Opens | 1 day ahead | 1 PM PDT |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | Day of | 3:30 PM PDT |
Permit details
Here is how to fill out the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Wilderness Permit application:
| Entry Point | Timber Gap |
|---|---|
| Exit Point | Sawtooth Pass |