I'm planning a trip for August 12th/13th to August 17th to backpack in the IPWA. Looking to have a group of 7, all fairly experienced backpackers. Thinking either setting up a shuttle with our cars to hike Glacier->Neva->Arapaho->Buchanan->Coney Creek ~40 miles, OR Coney Flats Trailhead into Buchanan BZ to set a base camp and do day hikes out of. Definitely wanting to make a point to hike over to Lone Eagle Peak as the pictures I've found are breathtaking.

Never been to that area before so I don't have any idea of what other highlights we should hit. Main goal for the group is hiking to see the land and a decent bit of fly fishing. Been using the following resources for info thus far:

• Map of the areas
• Interactive Trail Map
• BEAR CANISTER POLICY 2022
• Reservation Site
• River and Stream Fishing Areas/Info
• Lake and Pond Fishing Areas/Info
• Fish Survey and Management Data
• IPWA Fly Fishing Guide Book - Haven't bought yet but heard good things, wondering if it's worth it?

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If there are any highlight you think I can't miss out on please let me know!! Also I'm wondering what the parking situation is? I've already looked into getting backcountry overnight permits, but unsure if I need a permit/pass/reservation to park at Coney Flats TH or Rainbow Lakes TH?