Rim to Rim to Rim Trail in 5 days
Itinerary
South Kaibab Trailhead
6.8 mi • 800 ft gain
Bright Angel Campground
7.3 mi • 1,800 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:
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul 1–31
Limited number of permits available.3 options
B
Passed Unclaimed lottery permits release: Apr 1 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 | CBG Bright Angel |
| Night 2 | CCG Cottonwood |
| Night 3 | CCG Cottonwood |
| Night 4 | CIG Indian Garden |