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Thousand Island Lake from Rush Creek

Backpacking2 days15 mi (round-trip)

Itinerary

Gem Lake Trailhead
7.5 mi • 3,200 ft gain
Thousand Island Lake
7.5 mi • 600 ft gain
Gem Lake 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 PointRush Creek
Exit PointRush Creek
1st night Camp AreaThousand Island Lake

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