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Twin Lakes, upper Access

Twin Lakes Upper Access is a trailhead in Eldorado National Forest that provides day-use and overnight access to Desolation Wilderness via South Fork Silver Creek area.

A $10 day-use parking fee is required, restrooms are available on-site, and the trailhead is located 39 miles east of Placerville on Highway 50, then 27 miles north on Wrights Lake Road.

Day-use visitors must obtain a free permit, while overnight visitors require a Wilderness Permit with specific regulations including bear canister requirements and campfire prohibitions.


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