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Cottonwood Lakes Loop

Backpacking2 days22.2 mi (round-trip)

Itinerary

Cottonwood Lakes Trailhead
11.6 mi • 2,400 ft gain
Soldier Lake
10.6 mi • 1,000 ft gain
Cottonwood Lakes Trailhead
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How to get a permit

This trip requires a Inyo National Forest Wilderness Permit. Reservations depend on your start date:

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Trips starting between May 1 and November 1

Permits required. Quota in effect.

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Permit details

Here is how to fill out the Inyo National Forest Wilderness Permit application:

Permit TypeOvernight
Entry PointCottonwood Lakes
Exit PointCottonwood Lakes
1st night Camp AreaSEKI - Rock Creek

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