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Cathedral Lake

Backpacking2 days7.3 mi (round-trip)

Itinerary

Cathedral Lakes Trailhead
3.7 mi • 1,000 ft gain
Lower Cathedral Lake
3.7 mi • 200 ft gain
Cathedral Lakes Trailhead
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How to get a permit

This trip requires a Yosemite National Park Wilderness Permit. Reservations depend on your start date:

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Trips starting between July 27 and August 2

Permits required. Quota in effect.
1st option

Online lottery

Feb 9⁠–⁠15 Passed
Enter lottery
2nd option

Online reservations

Closes 3 days ahead Passed
Book
2 releases
Feb 21 at 9 AM PST Passed
Unclaimed permits only
7 days ahead at 7 AM PDT Passed
3rd option

In-person reservations

Opens day of
Unclaimed permits only

Permit details

Here is how to fill out the Yosemite National Park Wilderness Permit application:

Entry PointCathedral Lakes
Exit PointCathedral Lakes
1st Night Camp AreaLower Cathedral Lake

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