Thru-Hikes & Long Trails Backcountry Permits
Multi-day point-to-point traverses and iconic long-distance trails. From the 211-mile JMT to the 93-mile Wonderland Trail, these epic journeys require careful permit planning.
About Thru-Hikes & Long Trails Permits
Multi-day point-to-point traverses and iconic long-distance trails. From the 211-mile JMT to the 93-mile Wonderland Trail, these epic journeys require careful permit planning.
Best Time to Visit
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Signature Experiences
The most sought-after permits in Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Rim-to-Rim
10/10“Descend through two billion years of Earth's history, cross the Colorado River at its deepest, and climb out the other side of the greatest canyon on Earth.”
Enchantments Thru
10/10“The crown jewel of Washington wilderness—granite spires, turquoise alpine lakes, and the infamous Aasgard Pass create an otherworldly landscape that draws hikers from around the world.”
JMT Yosemite
10/10“Walk 211 miles along the spine of the Sierra Nevada, from Yosemite Valley to the summit of Mount Whitney—the highest peak in the contiguous United States.”
Parks & Wilderness Areas
Browse permits by location (21 locations)
Grand Canyon National Park
One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World....
Glacier National Park
Crown of the Continent with pristine alpine lakes and dramatic peaks....
Mount Rainier National Park
Iconic Pacific Northwest volcano with the famous Wonderland Trail....
Olympic National Park
Diverse wilderness from rainforest to alpine peaks to wild coastline....
Grand Teton National Park
Dramatic peaks rising from the valley floor with world-class climbing and hiking....
North Cascades National Park
The American Alps with over 300 glaciers....
Big Bend National Park
Remote desert wilderness along the Rio Grande....
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Most visited national park with ancient mountains....
The Enchantments
Washington's premier alpine destination in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest....
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Rim-to-Rim
LotteryPopularGrand Canyon · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Enchantments Thru
LotteryPopularEnchantments · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
JMT Yosemite
LotteryPopularYosemite · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Wonderland
LotteryPopularMt. Rainier · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Four Pass Loop
ReservationPopularMaroon Bells · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Highline Trail
ReservationPopularGlacier · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Olympic Coast
ReservationPopularOlympic · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Teton Crest
ReservationPopularGrand Teton · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Timberline Trail
Walk-UpPopularMt. Hood · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
High Sierra Trail
ReservationPopularSEKI · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Trans-Catalina
ReservationPopularCatalina · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Trans-Zion
ReservationPopularZion · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Paria Canyon
ReservationPopularParia Canyon · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Copper Ridge
ReservationNorth Cascades · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Loowit Trail
Walk-UpPopularMt. St. Helens · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Collegiate Loop
Walk-UpCT · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
TRT Thru-Hike
ReservationPopularTRT · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Wind River High Route
Walk-UpPopularWind Rivers · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
CT Thru-Hike
Walk-UpPopularCT · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Outer Mountain
First-Come, First-ServedBig Bend · Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
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Thru-Hikes & Long Trails Permit FAQ
How many backcountry permits does PermitSnag track in Thru-Hikes & Long Trails?
PermitSnag tracks over 22 backcountry permits across Thru-Hikes & Long Trails, including day-use permits, overnight permits, thru-hike entries, and specialized permits like canyoneering and river access.
What are the most popular permits in Thru-Hikes & Long Trails?
The most competitive Thru-Hikes & Long Trails permits include Rim-to-Rim, Enchantments Thru, JMT Yosemite. These permits often sell out immediately when released.
How do I get notified about Thru-Hikes & Long Trails permit cancellations?
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