Do I need a permit to backpack Grand Teton Backcountry?
Yes. You need a permit to backpack Grand Teton Backcountry in Grand Teton National Park. It is the Grand Teton Backcountry Permit, and it is booked in advance through a reservation system rather than won in a lottery.
Permit required
What the Grand Teton Backcountry permit costs and covers
- Fee
- $20 permit fee plus $7 per person, per night
- Group size limit
- 6 people
- Season starts
- May 1
- Season ends
- October 31
What the rules require
- A backcountry permit is required for every overnight stay
- Approved bear-resistant food canister required for all backcountry camping
- Standard permits cover up to 6 people, and groups of 7 to 12 must book designated group sites
- All nights on a permit must be used or the permit is voided
- Campfires are prohibited in most zones, so check the site rules on your permit
- Maximum stay is 2 nights per location, 3 nights at Jackson Lake sites
Published rules for the Grand Teton Backcountry Permit, quoted as written.
Getting one
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Common questions about the Grand Teton Backcountry permit
Do I need a permit to backpack Grand Teton Backcountry?
Yes. You need a permit to backpack Grand Teton Backcountry in Grand Teton National Park. It is the Grand Teton Backcountry Permit, and it is booked in advance through a reservation system rather than won in a lottery.
How much does a Grand Teton Backcountry permit cost?
$20 permit fee plus $7 per person, per night.
How many people can be on one Grand Teton Backcountry permit?
6 people.
When is the Grand Teton Backcountry permit season?
Season starts: May 1. Season ends: October 31.