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Thousand Island Lake via River Trail

Backpacking2 days16 mi (round-trip)
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today, 3 PM
Trips starting Jun 6, 2026
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Agnew Meadows Trailhead
8 mi • 1,900 ft gain
Thousand Island Lake
8 mi • 400 ft gain
Agnew Meadows 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, 2025 and April 30, 2026

Permits required. No quota.

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Permit details

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

Permit TypeOvernight
Entry PointRiver Trail
Exit PointRiver Trail
1st night Camp AreaThousand Island Lake

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