Shadow Creek
Inyo National Forest · California
Shadow Creek is one of the permitted entry points in Inyo National Forest on recreation.gov. The daily quota is 18 people/day, and dates can sell out ahead of the season. Its current demand score is 95/100. Permit Ranger watches this pass around the clock and alerts you the moment a sold-out date opens up.
Quota
18 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 (95/100)
Dogs
Dogs are allowed in this area.
Popular trails nearby
- River Trail, Thousand Island Lake, Garnet Lake, and Shadow Lake Loop - 5.0 on AllTrails
- June Lake, Yost Creek and Fern Lake Trail - 4.9 on AllTrails
- Duck Pass and Pika Lake Trail - 4.9 on AllTrails
- Little Lakes Valley to Gem Lakes - 4.9 on AllTrails
- Grouse Mountain - 4.9 on AllTrails
Frequently asked questions
When do Shadow Creek 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 Shadow Creek 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 Shadow Creek?
The live demand score is 95/100. Odds of catching an opening are very low - dates are usually fully booked.
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
- River Trail - 0 mi away
- High Trail - 0 mi away
- John Muir Trail North of Devils Postpile - 4 mi away
- Beck Lake - 4 mi away
- Minaret Lake - 4 mi away
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