North Rim Route: Porcupine Creek to Tamarack Creek
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Itinerary
Porcupine Creek Trailhead
7 mi • 1,700 ft gain
Upper Yosemite Falls Camp
11.8 mi • 2,100 ft gain
Tamarack Creek 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 21, 2024 and April 24, 2025
Permits required. Quota in effect.
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In-person reservations
| Opens | 1 day ahead | 12 AM PT |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | Day of | 11:59 PM PT |
Permit details
Here is how to fill out the Yosemite National Park Wilderness Permit application:
| Entry Point | Porcupine Creek |
|---|---|
| Exit Point | Tamarack Creek |
| Camp Area | Yosemite Falls |