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Half Moon Lake


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Glen Alpine Trailhead
4.7 mi • 1,600 ft gain
Half Moon Lake
4.7 mi • 0 ft gain
Glen Alpine Trailhead
Driving directions

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.

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Online reservations

Opens6 months ahead7 AM PT
ClosesDay of11:59 PM PT
6 months ahead – day of
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Advance release: 6 months ahead at 7 AM PT
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Permit details

Here is how to fill out the Desolation Wilderness Permit application:

Starting TrailheadGlen Alpine
Ending TrailheadGlen Alpine
Destination Zone28 Half Moon

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