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Emerald Lake

Backpacking • 10 mi (round-trip)

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Lakes Trailhead
5 mi
Emerald Lake
5 mi
Lakes Trailhead

Permit requirements

This trip requires a Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Wilderness Permit.

Today – Sep 17
Permit required (limited quota)
Sep 18 – Dec 31
Permit required (unlimited quota)
2023
Jan 1 – May 25
Permit required (unlimited quota)

How to fill out the permit application

Entry Point
Lakes Trail
Exit Point
Lakes Trail
1st Night Camp Area
Emerald Lake

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