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Cathedral Lake

Backpacking2 days7.3 mi (round-trip)
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Trips Jun 28 – Jul 4, 2026
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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 October 20, 2025 and April 23, 2026

Permits required. Quota in effect.

In-person reservations

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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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