Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne River
Upcoming
Itinerary
White Wolf trailhead
10.1 mi • 400 ft gain
Pate Valley
6.3 mi • 1,700 ft gain
Grand Mountain
6.2 mi • 2,300 ft gain
California Falls
7.3 mi • 1,000 ft gain
Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center
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 21, 2024 and April 24, 2025
Permits required. Quota in effect.
Permit details
Here is how to fill out the Yosemite National Park Wilderness Permit application:
| Entry Point | White Wolf → Pate Valley |
|---|---|
| Exit Point | Glen Aulin → Cold Canyon/Waterwheel (pass through) - 886 |
| 1st Night Camp Area | Pate Valley |