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Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake) permit area in Inyo National Forest - backcountry hiking destination
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Inyo NF Wilderness Permit — Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake)

Inyo National Forest · California

Wilderness permit for entry via Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake) in Inyo National Forest. Access to John Muir Wilderness and Ansel Adams Wilderness.

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70% of the openings our scanner caught on Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake) were gone within 10 minutes.

Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake) reservation dates

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15people

How to get a Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake) permit

As of September 2026, Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake) in Inyo National Forest, California requires a permit issued via reservation. Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake) rates 5/10 on PermitSnag's demand index. Cancelled Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake) 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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Weather Forecast

Trailhead (5,000 ft)

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View full NWS forecast →Mountain weather changes rapidly. This forecast is a guide—always be prepared for worse conditions.

Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake) rules, gear and safety

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Emergency Info

Emergency contacts, ranger station locations, and satellite communicator tips for Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake).

Food Storage

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

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Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake) FAQ

How do I get a Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake) permit?

PermitSnag alerts you the moment a Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake) cancellation opens, so you can book it before anyone else. Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake) permits use a reservation system.

When is the best time to visit Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake)?

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

How competitive is the Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake) permit?

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

What if I can't get a Yost and Fern Lake (June Lake) 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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