Rim-to-Rim-to-Rim in 4 days
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Itinerary
South Kaibab Trailhead
14 mi • 2,600 ft gain
Cottonwood Campground
12.8 mi • 5,200 ft gain
Cottonwood Campground
12 mi • 2,100 ft gain
Indian Garden Campground
4.5 mi • 3,200 ft gain
Bright Angel Trailhead
How to get a permit
This trip requires a Grand Canyon National Park Backcountry Permit. Reservations depend on your start date:
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Trips starting between January 1 and January 31
Permits required. Quota in effect.
3 options
A
Passed Online lottery
| Opens | Aug 16, 2024 | 12 AM MST |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | Sep 1, 2024 | 5 PM MST |
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Passed Unclaimed lottery permits release: Oct 1, 2024 at 8 AM MST
C
In-person reservations
| Opens | Day of | 8 AM MST |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | Day of | 5 PM MST |
No additional permits released
Permit details
Here is how to fill out the Grand Canyon National Park Backcountry Permit application:
| Entry Location | South Kaibab Trailhead |
|---|---|
| Exit Location | Bright Angel Trailhead |
| Type of backcountry / wilderness use requested | Backpacking |
| Night 1 | CCG Cottonwood |
| Night 2 | CCG Cottonwood |
| Night 3 | CIG Indian Garden |