North Lake to South Lake Loop
Itinerary
North Lake Hiker Parking
7.4 mi • 2,200 ft gain
Upper Golden Trout Lake
12.3 mi • 500 ft gain
Goddard Canyon
10.6 mi • 2,700 ft gain
Sapphire Lake
10 mi • 1,000 ft gain
Big Pete Meadow
7.2 mi • 2,600 ft gain
Dusy Basin
7 mi • 700 ft gain
Bishop Pass Trailhead
How to get a permit
This trip requires a Inyo National Forest Wilderness Permit. Reservations depend on your start date:
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Nov 2, 2023 – Apr 30, 2024
Unlimited number of permits available.1 option
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Online reservations
| Opens | 2 weeks ahead | 7 AM PT |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | Day of | 11:59 PM PT |
Passed Last-minute release: 2 weeks ahead at 7 AM PT
Don’t want to miss the deadline?
Let us know when you want to go and we’ll remind you to book.
Permit details
Here is how to fill out the Inyo National Forest Wilderness Permit application:
| Permit Type | Overnight |
|---|---|
| Entry Point | Piute Pass |
| Exit Point | Sabrina Lake |
| 1st night Camp Area | Golden Trout Lake, Upper (Piute Pass) |