Starting on June 1, the Inyo National Forest will be providing wilderness permits through a virtual process. People who have reserved permits can call up to 14 days in advance to have their permit emailed or printed and left in a drop box at the selected visitor center. The remaining “walk up” permits will be reserved through https://www.recreation.gov starting up to 14 days in advance of the date of a wilderness trip.
The Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association staff will sell maps, rent bear canisters, and other products under a modified operation. Visitors are highly encouraged to purchase products online in advance of their visit at https://sierraforever.org/.
Visitors who reserve a permit will need to check by phone to receive their permit and the wilderness orientation, which will include:
- Food storage/ bear can use
- Campfire restrictions
- Human waste disposal
- Campsite selection
- Pack it in, pack it out/ Leave No Trace
- Specific guidance if their itinerary enters Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks or Yosemite National Park.
People who have been awarded a permit reservation for Mt. Whitney on the Inyo National Forest will receive a notice from recreation.gov that notifies them that their reservation has been cancelled and a refund have been issued. There is no action required from you at this time. The credit card used to make the original reservation will be refunded.
