Gilmore Lake
Itinerary
Glen Alpine Trailhead
4.1 mi • 1,800 ft gain
Gilmore Lake
4.1 mi • 0 ft gain
Glen Alpine Trailhead
How to get a permit
This trip requires a Desolation Wilderness Permit. Reservations depend on your start date:
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Oct 1, 2024 – May 22, 2025
Unlimited number of permits available.1 option
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Online reservations
| Opens | 6 months ahead | 7 AM PT |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | Day of | 11:59 PM PT |
Advance release: 6 months ahead at 7 AM PT
Permit details
Here is how to fill out the Desolation Wilderness Permit application:
| Starting Trailhead | Glen Alpine |
|---|---|
| Ending Trailhead | Glen Alpine |
| Destination Zone | 29 Gilmore |