Desolation Wilderness
Permit Requirement

Everyone entering Desolation Wilderness must have a permit.

Day-hike permits are easily available at the Echo Lake Chalet Kiosk.

Overnight permits require a visit to the ranger station on Hwy 89, just beyond Camp Richardson.

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Day-hike permit Kiosk Day-hike permit Box
Turn-off for overnight permit Ranger Shannon issues overnight permits