07 Stony Ridge

Desolation Wilderness · California

07 Stony Ridge is a camping zone permit for Desolation Wilderness - one of several entry points spread across the wilderness. With a demand score of 52/100, it sits in the middle of the pack: quieter than neighbors like Aloha or Twin, but popular enough that peak-season dates do sell out. Permits run first-come-first-served with no lottery; each date's quota opens on a rolling 6-month window. Off-season, the permit is still required but carries no quota.

When permits are released

First-come-first-served: each entry date's zone quota opens 6 months ahead at 7:00 AM Pacific (rolling window, no lottery, no later drop). Quota season is roughly the Friday before Memorial Day through September 30 (recreation.gov's grid can start a couple of days earlier - 2026 runs May 20 – Sep 30). Off-season, permits are still required (and still bought on recreation.gov) but have no quota - they never sell out.

Demand

Moderate demand (52/100)

Dogs

Dogs are allowed in this area.

Popular trails nearby

Frequently asked questions

When do 07 Stony Ridge permits open?

First-come-first-served: each entry date's zone quota opens 6 months ahead at 7:00 AM Pacific (rolling window, no lottery, no later drop). Quota season is roughly the Friday before Memorial Day through September 30 (recreation.gov's grid can start a couple of days earlier - 2026 runs May 20 – Sep 30). Off-season, permits are still required (and still bought on recreation.gov) but have no quota - they never sell out. There is no lottery and no secondary drop - the 6-month rolling window is your only shot at each specific date.

How competitive is 07 Stony Ridge?

Odds are moderate - popular dates sell out. At 52/100 out of 100, it's more attainable than high-pressure zones like Aloha or Susie, but don't assume a weekend date will be waiting for you - book as soon as the window opens.

What if my dates are sold out?

Check for cancellations on recreation.gov; they do surface. If Stony Ridge is gone, consider lower-demand zones in Desolation Wilderness - several nearby passes score well below 30. Alternatively, an off-season visit requires a permit but faces no quota and never sells out.

Is a permit required outside the quota season?

Yes. Desolation Wilderness requires a permit year-round. Outside the quota season (May 20, 2026 – September 30, 2026), permits have no quota and are available anytime on recreation.gov - they never sell out.

Are dogs allowed on 07 Stony Ridge?

Yes, dogs are allowed on this permit.

Nearby passes

Book on recreation.gov · All Desolation Wilderness passes · Desolation Wilderness permit guide