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Crescent Lake via Chilnualna Falls

Backpacking2 days19.3 mi (round-trip)

Itinerary

Chilnualna Falls Trailhead
9.7 mi • 4,400 ft gain
Crescent Lake
9.7 mi • 200 ft gain
Chilnualna Falls Trailhead
Driving directions

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
Get notified when we find cancellations
2 releases
Feb 21 at 9 AM PST Passed
Unclaimed permits only
7 days ahead at 7 AM PDT
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 PointChilnualna Falls
Exit PointChilnualna Falls
Camp AreaJohnson Lake

Select a start date

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