Zion National Park is one of the most restricted national parks in the US. Popular activities such as hiking Angels Landing, hiking the Narrows, or canyoneering now require a permit. In 2024, permit reservations moved to Recreation.gov, and Zion changed how permits are issued. So, here is an overview of what you need a permit for and how to get it.
For most activities, you’ll have two chances of obtaining a permit. You can either get a permit in advance (seasonal releases and lotteries) or a few days before your activity starts (daily lotteries and walk-ups).
Note on Angels Landing: Lottery dates for the Angels Landing permit are different from other activities. I recommend reading our Angels Landing lottery guide to maximize your chances of winning a permit.
Plan ahead
Seasonal release. Permits are released at once, one season at a time:
To hike in | Release date |
---|---|
Jan–Mar | Dec 5, 10am MT |
Apr–Jun | Mar 5, 10am MT |
Jul–Sep | Jun 5, 10am MT |
Oct–Dec | Sep 5, 10am MT |
Last-minute
Daily lottery. Enter the lottery 2 days ahead between 12am and 3pm MT.
No permit required
No permit required
Plan ahead
Seasonal release. Permits are released at once, one season at a time:
To hike in | Release date |
---|---|
Jan–Mar | Dec 5, 10am MT |
Apr–Jun | Mar 5, 10am MT |
Jul–Sep | Jun 5, 10am MT |
Oct–Dec | Sep 5, 10am MT |
Last-minute
Walk-up. Permits are issued up to 1 day ahead on a first-come, first-served basis at the Wilderness Desk.
Plan ahead
Seasonal release. Permits are released at once, one season at a time:
To hike in | Release date |
---|---|
Jan–Mar | Dec 5, 10am MT |
Apr–Jun | Mar 5, 10am MT |
Jul–Sep | Jun 5, 10am MT |
Oct–Dec | Sep 5, 10am MT |
Last-minute
Walk-up. Permits are issued up to 1 day ahead on a first-come, first-served basis at the Wilderness Desk.
Plan ahead
Seasonal lottery. Enter the lottery corresponding to your hiking date:
Activity date | Lottery |
---|---|
Jan–Mar | Nov 1–25 |
Apr–Jun | Feb 1–25 |
Jul–Sep | May 1–25 |
Oct–Dec | Aug 1–25 |
Last-minute
Daily lottery. Enter the lottery 2 days ahead between 12am and 3pm MT.
Plan ahead
Seasonal lottery. Enter the lottery corresponding to your hiking date:
Activity date | Lottery |
---|---|
Jan–Mar | Nov 1–25 |
Apr–Jun | Feb 1–25 |
Jul–Sep | May 1–25 |
Oct–Dec | Aug 1–25 |
Last-minute
Daily lottery. Enter the lottery 2 days ahead between 12am and 3pm MT.
Plan ahead
Seasonal release. Permits are released at once, one season at a time:
To hike in | Release date |
---|---|
Jan–Mar | Dec 5, 10am MT |
Apr–Jun | Mar 5, 10am MT |
Jul–Sep | Jun 5, 10am MT |
Oct–Dec | Sep 5, 10am MT |
Last-minute
Daily lottery. Enter the lottery 2 days ahead between 12am and 3pm MT.
Plan ahead
Seasonal release. Permits are released at once, one season at a time:
To hike in | Release date |
---|---|
Jan–Mar | Dec 5, 10am MT |
Apr–Jun | Mar 5, 10am MT |
Jul–Sep | Jun 5, 10am MT |
Oct–Dec | Sep 5, 10am MT |
No permit required
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