Yosemite National Park Permits
Home to towering granite cliffs, giant sequoias, and some of America's most iconic wilderness. Yosemite's permit system protects these treasured landscapes.
Signature Experiences
The most sought-after permits in Yosemite
Half Dome
“Stand atop one of America's most iconic granite monoliths, 4,800 feet above Yosemite Valley floor.”
JMT Yosemite
“One Yosemite permit covers the whole 211-mile John Muir Trail - and only two trailheads in the park can issue it.”
Cathedral Lakes
“The shortest way into the Cathedral Range, and the one trailhead where the John Muir Trail starts at 8,600 feet instead of at the bottom of a 2,500-foot climb out of Yosemite Valley.”
Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Epic multi-day traverses starting from Yosemite
All Permits
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Half Dome permit
Required permit to climb the famous cables on Half Dome. One of the most sought-after day hikes in America.
John Muir Trail permit
The legendary 211-mile trail from Yosemite Valley to Mount Whitney. Two Donohue Pass-eligible trailheads offer different entry strategies.
Cathedral Lakes permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Cathedral Lakes trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Lyell Canyon (Donohue Pass eligible) permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Lyell Canyon (Donohue Pass eligible) trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Happy Isles to Little Yosemite Valley permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Happy Isles to Little Yosemite Valley trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Happy Isles to Past LYV (Donohue Pass eligible) permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Happy Isles to Past LYV (Donohue Pass eligible) trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Rafferty Creek to Vogelsang permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Rafferty Creek to Vogelsang trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Lyell Canyon (no Donohue Pass) permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Lyell Canyon (no Donohue Pass) trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Glen Aulin permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Glen Aulin trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Happy Isles to Illilouette permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Happy Isles to Illilouette trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Glacier Point to Little Yosemite Valley permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Glacier Point to Little Yosemite Valley trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Ten Lakes permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Ten Lakes trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Sunrise Lakes (no Donohue Pass) permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Sunrise Lakes (no Donohue Pass) trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Young Lakes via Dog Lake permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Young Lakes via Dog Lake trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Young Lakes via Glen Aulin Trail permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Young Lakes via Glen Aulin Trail trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Glen Aulin to Cold Canyon/Waterwheel permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Glen Aulin to Cold Canyon/Waterwheel trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Yosemite Falls permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Yosemite Falls trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Glacier Point to Illilouette permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Glacier Point to Illilouette trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
May Lake permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the May Lake trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
May Lake to Snow Creek permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the May Lake to Snow Creek trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Porcupine Creek permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Porcupine Creek trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Yosemite Creek permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Yosemite Creek trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
White Wolf to Aspen Valley permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the White Wolf to Aspen Valley trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
White Wolf to Pate Valley permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the White Wolf to Pate Valley trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Murphy Creek permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Murphy Creek trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Mono/Parker Pass permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Mono/Parker Pass trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Mirror Lake to Snow Creek permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Mirror Lake to Snow Creek trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Chilnualna Falls permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Chilnualna Falls trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Ostrander (Lost Bear Meadow) permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Ostrander (Lost Bear Meadow) trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Pohono Trail (Glacier Point) permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Pohono Trail (Glacier Point) trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Pohono Trail (Taft Point) permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Pohono Trail (Taft Point) trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Rancheria Falls (Hetch Hetchy) permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Rancheria Falls (Hetch Hetchy) trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Lukens Lake permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Lukens Lake trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Lukens Lake to Yosemite Creek permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Lukens Lake to Yosemite Creek trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
White Wolf to Smith Meadow permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the White Wolf to Smith Meadow trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
White Wolf Campground permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the White Wolf Campground trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Tamarack Creek permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Tamarack Creek trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
South Fork Tuolumne River permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the South Fork Tuolumne River trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Alder Creek permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Alder Creek trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Deer Camp permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Deer Camp trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Westfall Meadow permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Westfall Meadow trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Bridalveil Creek permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Bridalveil Creek trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
McGurk Meadow permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the McGurk Meadow trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Mono Meadow permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Mono Meadow trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Beehive Meadows (Hetch Hetchy) permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Beehive Meadows (Hetch Hetchy) trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Miguel Meadow (Hetch Hetchy) permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Miguel Meadow (Hetch Hetchy) trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Poopenaut Valley (Hetch Hetchy) permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Poopenaut Valley (Hetch Hetchy) trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Mather Ranger Station (Hetch Hetchy) permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Mather Ranger Station (Hetch Hetchy) trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Smith Peak (Hetch Hetchy) permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Smith Peak (Hetch Hetchy) trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Cottonwood Creek (Hetch Hetchy) permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Cottonwood Creek (Hetch Hetchy) trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Base Line Camp Road (Hetch Hetchy) permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Base Line Camp Road (Hetch Hetchy) trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
Aspen Valley (Hetch Hetchy) permit
Wilderness permit for overnight camping starting from the Aspen Valley (Hetch Hetchy) trailhead in Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite Permit FAQ
What permits are required for Yosemite National Park?
Yosemite National Park requires permits for various activities including Half Dome, JMT Yosemite, May Lake, May Lake to Snow Creek, Porcupine Creek, and 47 more. Each permit has different requirements and booking processes.
How do I get a permit for Yosemite National Park?
Permits for Yosemite National Park are available through Lottery, Reservation systems. Use PermitSnag to track availability and get notified when cancellations occur.
When should I apply for Yosemite National Park permits?
Timing varies by permit type. Lottery permits typically open months in advance, while reservation permits release on a rolling basis. Set up alerts with PermitSnag to never miss an opening.