United States, California, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Wilderness Permit

How to get a permit

Reservations depend on the trailhead and start date:

Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May

Trips starting between May 23 and September 27

Permits required. Quota in effect.
1st option

Online reservations

Closes 1 week ahead
Book
Get notified when we find cancellations
Release
6 months ahead at 7 AM PT Passed
2nd option

In-person reservations

Opens 1 day ahead
SMS notification that reads "Found permit for 2 people on July 15!"
Outdoor Status
Found permit for 2 people on July 15!

Permits sold-out? We can help.

Receive text messages when we find canceled permits

Trips

Trips requiring a Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Wilderness Permit

Rae Lakes Loop

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

Rae Lakes Loop (counter-clockwise)

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

Emerald Lake

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

All 24 trips