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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
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 TrailheadEcho
Ending TrailheadEcho
Destination Zone40 Lake of Woods

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