Know Before You Go:

• The stats above refer to the portion of the hike that takes you to 2nd and 3rd lakes only - If you continue the hike to the rest of the lakes you will add about 4 miles to your trip.

• The upper lakes typically thaw later in the year and can be harder to reach in shoulder season without the proper gear.

• Overnight permits are required for camping here and can be reserved at recreation.gov (we highly recommend snagging one if you can!)

• Bear canisters for food storage are required in this area.

• Lake 2 has the best views of Temple Crag.

• There is a separate parking lot down the road from the trailhead for overnight hikers, it is well signed.