Finger Lake
Itinerary
Big Pine Creek Overnight Parking
5.3 mi • 3,300 ft gain
Finger Lake
5.3 mi • 200 ft gain
Big Pine Creek Overnight Parking
How to get a permit
This trip requires a Inyo National Forest Wilderness Permit. Reservations depend on your start date:
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May 1 – Nov 1
Limited number of permits available.1 option
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Passed Online reservations
| Opens | 6 months ahead | 7 AM PT |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | Day of | 11:59 PM PDT |
Passed Advance release: 6 months ahead at 7 AM PT
Passed Last-minute release: 2 weeks ahead at 7 AM PDT
Permit details
Here is how to fill out the Inyo National Forest Wilderness Permit application:
| Permit Type | Overnight |
|---|---|
| Entry Point | Big Pine Creek South Fork |
| Exit Point | Big Pine Creek South Fork |
| 1st night Camp Area | Finger Lake |