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🌲 2026 Season

Rocky Mountain Permits 2026

Colorado's premier alpine wilderness requires permits for its most popular trailheads, including the iconic Bear Lake Corridor and Longs Peak.

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2026 Permit Timeline

Lottery Opens

March 1, 2026

Lottery Closes

March 31, 2026

Results Released

April 15, 2026

🏕️ Popular Trailheads

Bear Lake

Most competitive. Access to Dream Lake, Emerald Lake, and Flattop Mountain.

Longs Peak

Colorado's famous 14er. Requires very early starts.

Wild Basin

Less crowded alternative with beautiful waterfalls.

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