Young Lakes via Dog Lake

Backpacking2 days15.3 mi (round-trip)

Itinerary

Dog Lake Trailhead

7 mi • 2,100 ft gain

Upper Young Lake

8.3 mi • 300 ft gain

Dog Lake Trailhead

This trip requires a Yosemite National Park Wilderness Permit. Reservations depend on your start date:

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Here is how to fill out the Yosemite National Park Wilderness Permit application:

Entry Point	Young Lakes via Dog Lake
Exit Point	Young Lakes via Glen Aulin Trail
Camp Area	Upper & Middle Young Lakes

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