Lake of the Woods
Itinerary
Echo Lakes Trailhead
5.4 mi • 1,100 ft gain
Lake of the Woods
5.4 mi • 400 ft gain
Echo Lakes 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 | Echo |
|---|---|
| Ending Trailhead | Echo |
| Destination Zone | 40 Lake of Woods |