How to Get a Outer Mountain Permit

About Outer Mountain

Remote 30-mile desert loop.

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100+ wilderness permits, extensive backcountry experience

This guide is based on personal experience obtaining wilderness permits and is regularly updated to reflect current policies and strategies.

Outer Mountain permits are available first-come, first-served. They can be booked online when they become available. Popular dates fill quickly.

Optimal timing for releases and cancellations.

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Cancellations happen every day. PermitSnag monitors Outer Mountain availability 24/7 and alerts you the moment a spot opens up.

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