🏔️ 2026 Season

Yosemite Wilderness Permits 2026

Home to Half Dome and the John Muir Trail, Yosemite's wilderness permits are highly competitive. Plan early for the best trailhead availability.

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Lottery Opens

March 15, 2026

Lottery Closes

April 30, 2026

Results Released

May 15, 2026

Most competitive. Access to Half Dome and John Muir Trail.

High country access. Less competitive than valley trailheads.

Panoramic views. Often has availability later in season.

Yosemite's most popular trailheads fill within minutes. Set alerts for cancellations.

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