Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne River loop
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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Oct 23, 2023 – Apr 25, 2024
Limited number of permits available.1 option
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Passed In-person reservations
| Opens | 1 day ahead | 12 AM PT |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | Day of | 11:59 PM PT |
Don’t want to miss the deadline?
Let us know when you want to go and we’ll remind you to book.
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 |