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🧊 2026 Season

Glacier Backcountry Permit 2026

Everything you need to know about backcountry permits in Glacier National Park. Advance reservations, zone permits, and lottery dates for 2026.

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2026 Permit Timeline

Advance Reservation Lottery Opens

February 1, 2026

Lottery Closes

March 15, 2026

Results Released

April 1, 2026

Estimated Odds

~30%

📋 Two Permit Types

Advance Reservations

Specific itinerary permits with reserved campsites. Most popular - book early.

Zone Permits

More flexible - you choose campsites within a zone daily. Easier to get.

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Grinnell Glacier, Iceberg Lake, and Hidden Lake are the most popular. Get instant alerts when permits become available.

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