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Little Lakes Valley to Gem Lakes

Backpacking2 days7.2 mi (round-trip)

Itinerary

Little Lakes Valley Trailhead
3.6 mi • 800 ft gain
Gem Lakes
3.6 mi • 100 ft gain
Little Lakes Valley 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 PointLittle Lakes Valley
Exit PointLittle Lakes Valley
1st night Camp AreaGem Lakes

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