Fern Lake from Devils Postpile
Itinerary
Devil’s Postpile Ranger Station
4.8 mi • 1,700 ft gain
Fern Lake
4.8 mi • 400 ft gain
Devil’s Postpile Ranger Station
How to get a permit
This trip requires a Inyo National Forest Wilderness Permit. Reservations depend on your start date:
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Nov 30 – Dec 1
Unlimited number of permits available.1 option
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Passed Online reservations
| Opens | 2 weeks ahead | 7 AM PST |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | Day of | 11:59 PM PST |
Passed Last-minute release: 2 weeks ahead at 7 AM PST
Permit details
Here is how to fill out the Inyo National Forest Wilderness Permit application:
| Permit Type | Overnight |
|---|---|
| Entry Point | Fern Lake |
| Exit Point | Fern Lake |
| 1st night Camp Area | Fern Lake (Fern Lake trail near Devils Postpile) |