United States, Wyoming, Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone National Park Backcountry Permit

How to get a permit

Reservations depend on the campsite and start date:

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

Trips starting between May 15 and October 31

Permits required. Quota in effect.
1st option

Online lottery

Mar 1⁠–⁠20 Passed
Enter lottery
2nd option

Online reservations

Closes 3 days ahead
Book
Get notified when we find cancellations
Release
Apr 26 at 8 AM MDT Passed
Unclaimed permits only
3rd option

In-person reservations

Opens 2 days 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 Yellowstone National Park Backcountry Permit

Sky Rim Trail

Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone River Trail

Yellowstone National Park