Chief Lake Loop
Itinerary
Mono Creek Trailhead
10.7 mi • 3,500 ft gain
Chief Lake
13.2 mi • 1,000 ft gain
Mono Creek Trailhead
How to get a permit
This trip requires a Sierra National Forest Wilderness Permit. Reservations depend on your start date:
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Jan 2024 – Dec 2025
Limited number of permits available.1 option
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Online reservations
| Opens | 6 months ahead | 7 AM PT |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | Day of | 11:59 PM PT |
Advance release: 6 months ahead at 7 AM PT
Last-minute release: 14 days ahead at 7 AM PT
Permit details
Here is how to fill out the Sierra National Forest Wilderness Permit application:
| Permit | Overnight |
|---|---|
| Entry Point | Devils/Graveyard |
| Exit Point | Devils/Graveyard |
| 1st Night Campsite | Goodale Pass |