Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne River loop
Upcoming
Itinerary
White Wolf Trailhead
10 mi • 100 ft gain
Pate Valley
11 mi • 3,100 ft gain
Waterwheel Falls
8 mi • 2,100 ft gain
Polly Dome Lakes
11.6 mi • 2,700 ft gain
Ten Lakes
9.3 mi • 1,300 ft gain
White Wolf Trailhead
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.
Permit details
Here is how to fill out the Yosemite National Park Wilderness Permit application:
| Entry Point | White Wolf → Pate Valley |
|---|---|
| Exit Point | White Wolf Campground |
| 1st Night Camp Area | Pate Valley |