Lake Vernon and Rancheria Falls
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Itinerary
Overnight Wilderness Parking
9.7 mi • 3,400 ft gain
Lake Vernon
10.1 mi • 1,300 ft gain
Rancheria Creek
6.4 mi • 800 ft gain
Overnight Wilderness Parking
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 1 and October 19
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Permit details
Here is how to fill out the Yosemite National Park Wilderness Permit application:
| Entry Point | Beehive Meadows |
|---|---|
| Exit Point | Rancheria Falls |
| Camp Area | Lake Vernon |