Vogelsang and Lyell Canyon Loop
Itinerary
Lyell Canyon Trailhead
7.5 mi • 1,500 ft gain
Vogelsang High Sierra Camp
12.2 mi • 600 ft gain
Lyell Canyon Trailhead
How to get a permit
This trip requires a Yosemite National Park Wilderness Permit. Reservations depend on your start date:
Sep
Oct
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Sep 1–7
Limited number of permits available.3 options
B
Online reservations
| Opens | Mar 29 | 9 AM PDT |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | 3 days ahead | 11:59 PM PDT |
Passed Unclaimed lottery permits release: Mar 29 at 9 AM PDT
Last-minute release: 7 days ahead at 7 AM PDT
C
In-person reservations
| Opens | Day of | 8 AM PDT |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | Day of | 5 PM PDT |
No additional permits released
Permit details
Here is how to fill out the Yosemite National Park Wilderness Permit application:
| Entry Point | Rafferty Creek → Vogelsang |
|---|---|
| Exit Point | Lyell Canyon |
| Camp Area | Vogelsang High Sierra Camp |