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Lamarck Lakes

Backpacking2 days5.7 mi (round-trip)
Upcoming
Advance release
tomorrow, 3 PM
Trips starting Jun 15, 2026
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Itinerary

North Lake Hiker Parking
2.9 mi • 1,600 ft gain
Upper Lamarck Lakes
2.9 mi • 0 ft gain
North Lake Hiker Parking
Driving directions

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 November 2, 2025 and April 30, 2026

Permits required. No quota.

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Release
2 weeks ahead at 7 AM PT

Permit details

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

Permit TypeOvernight
Entry PointLamarck Lakes
Exit PointLamarck Lakes
1st night Camp AreaLamarck Lakes (Lamarck Lakes)

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