Do I need a permit to hike Angels Landing?
Yes. You need a permit to hike Angels Landing in Zion National Park, and it is awarded by lottery rather than first come, first served. The permit is the Angels Landing Permit.
Lottery permit
What the Angels Landing permit costs and covers
- Fee
- $6 application + $3 per person if issued
- Group size limit
- 6 people
- Applications open
- Quarterly: Feb 13, Apr 1, Jul 1, Oct 1 (8 a.m. MT)
- Applications close
- Feb 25, Apr 20, Jul 20, Oct 20 (11:59 p.m. MT)
- Results
- Permits issued Feb 26, Apr 25, Jul 25, Oct 25 (2026)
- Season starts
- Year-round
What the rules require
- Permit required to hike beyond Scout Lookout (the chains section)
- Rangers may check permits at Scout Lookout or on the chains
- Group size limited to 6 people per permit
- No rock scrambling or off-trail travel
- Dogs prohibited on trail
Published rules for the Angels Landing Permit, quoted as written.
Getting one
Angels Landing Permit is awarded by lottery. Apply in the next window; the permit page has the dates we hold.
Common questions about the Angels Landing permit
Do I need a permit to hike Angels Landing?
Yes. You need a permit to hike Angels Landing in Zion National Park, and it is awarded by lottery rather than first come, first served. The permit is the Angels Landing Permit.
How much does a Angels Landing permit cost?
$6 application + $3 per person if issued.
When can I apply for a Angels Landing permit?
The application window opens Quarterly: Feb 13, Apr 1, Jul 1, Oct 1 (8 a.m. MT). It closes Feb 25, Apr 20, Jul 20, Oct 20 (11:59 p.m. MT). Results: Permits issued Feb 26, Apr 25, Jul 25, Oct 25 (2026).
How many people can be on one Angels Landing permit?
6 people.
When is the Angels Landing permit season?
Season starts: Year-round.
What if I lose the Angels Landing lottery?
Apply again at the next window, and look at similar permits in the area in the meantime.