Chesler Park Loop
Itinerary
Needles Campground Trailhead
8.9 mi • 1,300 ft gain
Chesler Park 1-5
6 mi • 500 ft gain
Needles Campground Trailhead
How to get a permit
This trip requires a Canyonlands National Park Overnight Backcountry Permit. Reservations depend on your start date:
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Jun 10 – Sep 9
Limited number of permits available.2 options
A
Passed Online reservations
| Opens | Feb 10 | 8 AM MST |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | 2 days ahead | 11:59 PM MDT |
Passed Advance release: Feb 10 at 8 AM MST
B
In-person reservations
| Opens | 1 day ahead | 8 AM MDT |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | Day of | 2:30 PM MDT |
No additional permits released
Permit details
Here is how to fill out the Canyonlands National Park Overnight Backcountry Permit application:
| Entry Point | Needles Campground Trailhead (The Needles) |
|---|---|
| Exit Point | Needles Campground Trailhead (The Needles) |