Rae Lakes Loop (counter-clockwise)
Itinerary
Woods Creek & Bubbs Creek Trailhead
10.1 mi • 3,200 ft gain
Junction Meadows
8.7 mi • 3,800 ft gain
Rae Lakes
11.9 mi • 100 ft gain
Upper Paradise Valley
9 mi • 0 ft gain
Woods Creek & Bubbs Creek Trailhead
How to get a permit
This trip requires a Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Wilderness Permit. Reservations depend on your start date:
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Sep 29, 2024 – May 22, 2025
Unlimited number of permits available.1 option
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In-person reservations
| Opens | Day of | 12 AM PT |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | Day of | 11:59 PM PT |
Permit details
Here is how to fill out the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Wilderness Permit application:
| Entry Point | Bubbs Creek |
|---|---|
| Exit Point | Woods Creek |
| 1st night Camp Area | Junction Meadows |