Pioneer Basin Lakes via Mono Pass
Backpacking2 days16.9 mi (round-trip)
UpcomingAdvanced release
tomorrow, 3 PM
Trips starting Aug 11
Best time
Itinerary
Little Lakes Valley Trailhead
8.4 mi • 2,700 ft gain
Pioneer Basin Lakes
8.4 mi • 2,100 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 November 2, 2024 and April 30, 2025
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 Type | Overnight |
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Entry Point | Mono Pass |
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Exit Point | Mono Pass |
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1st night Camp Area | Pioneer Basin (Mono Pass) |
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