Upper Chain Lake
Itinerary
Chiquito Trailhead
7.3 mi • 2,200 ft gain
Upper Chain Lake
7.3 mi • 100 ft gain
Chiquito 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 | Chiquito/Quartz |
| Exit Point | Chiquito/Quartz |
| 1st Night Campsite | Chain Lakes |