Little Lakes Valley

Inyo National Forest · California

Little Lakes Valley is one of the permitted entry points in Inyo National Forest on recreation.gov. The daily quota is 15 people/day, and dates can sell out ahead of the season. Its current demand score is 85/100. Permit Ranger watches this pass around the clock and alerts you the moment a sold-out date opens up.

Quota

15 people/day

When permits are released

Rolling 6-month window: 60% of quota opens 6 months ahead, advancing each morning at 7:00 AM Pacific. The remaining 40% drops 14 days before entry at 7:00 AM Pacific.

Demand

Very high demand (85/100)

Dogs

Dogs are allowed in this area.

Popular trails nearby

Frequently asked questions

When do Little Lakes Valley permits open?

Rolling 6-month window: 60% of quota opens 6 months ahead, advancing each morning at 7:00 AM Pacific. The remaining 40% drops 14 days before entry at 7:00 AM Pacific. Check the recreation.gov page for the exact on-sale details for your dates.

What if my dates are sold out?

Cancellations happen all season as plans change. Add Little Lakes Valley to a trip window on Permit Ranger and you get an instant alert the moment a date you need opens back up.

How competitive is Little Lakes Valley?

The live demand score is 85/100. Odds of catching an opening are low - most dates book up well ahead.

Does Permit Ranger book the permit for me?

No. Permit Ranger never books on your behalf. When a watched date opens, you get an alert with a direct link so you can book it yourself on recreation.gov.

Nearby passes

Book on recreation.gov · All Inyo National Forest passes · Inyo National Forest permit guide