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Desolation Wilderness Permit — Tyler

Desolation Wilderness · California

Holds Tyler Lake, Gertrude Lake and Umpa Lake, reached from the Twin Lakes or Rockbound Trailheads out of Wrights Lake.

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70% of the openings our scanner caught on Tyler were gone within 10 minutes.

Tyler reservation dates

max group size
12people

How to get a Tyler permit

As of September 2026, Tyler in Desolation Wilderness, California requires a permit issued via reservation. Tyler rates 5/10 on PermitSnag's demand index. Cancelled Tyler permits are re-released on the booking system, and PermitSnag alerts you the moment one opens.

Type
Overnight
Location
CA

  1. Step 1: Create an account before permits drop

    Find this permit on the managing agency's booking system and set up an account with your payment info ready.

  2. Step 2: Know the release schedule

    Permits release on a rolling basis. Check the release time for your dates.

  3. Step 3: Be ready when permits drop

    Log in a few minutes early. Have your dates, group size, and payment ready to go.

  4. Step 4: Monitor for cancellations

    If your dates are sold out, people cancel all the time. Set up PermitSnag alerts to catch openings instantly.

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Food Storage

Bear canister requirements, approved container lists, and rental locations for this permit.

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Tyler FAQ

How do I get a Tyler permit?

PermitSnag alerts you the moment a Tyler cancellation opens, so you can book it before anyone else. Tyler permits use a reservation system.

When is the best time to visit Tyler?

Season dates are on the agency's page. Weekdays have better availability than weekends.

How competitive is the Tyler permit?

This permit has a demand score of 5/10, making it moderately competitive.

What if I can't get a Tyler permit?

Cancellations happen daily. Set up alerts with PermitSnag to get notified the moment a spot opens up. Pro and $19 single-permit alerts are checked about every minute, 24/7; free accounts are checked hourly.

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