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Death Hollow Permit wilderness permit area in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument - backcountry hiking destination
Walk-UpOvernightModerate Demand

Death Hollow Permit

Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

Technical canyon route from Boulder.

How to get Death Hollow

Death Hollow is issued by the agency rather than through a booking calendar. Their page has the current process and any dates.

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Death Hollow Quick Facts

Permit RequiredYes
Booking MethodWalk-Up
Demand LevelModerate5/10

This permit is not bookable online

You get this permit in person at the trailhead or ranger station, or by phone. There is no online reservation to race for, so availability alerts do not apply. We still track key dates and season info for your trip.

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Key Information

Permit Details

TypeOvernight
Booking MethodWalk-Up
Demand Level5/10
LocationUT

Weather Forecast

Trailhead (5,000 ft)

Today

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89°

69°

Sun

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88°

66°

37%

Mon

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86°

68°

37%

Tue

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86°

71°

Wed

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86°

68°

Thu

85°

68°

Fri

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86°

68°

View full NWS forecast →Mountain weather changes rapidly. This forecast is a guide—always be prepared for worse conditions.

How to Get This Permit

1

Check the agency page for the process

This permit is not sold online. Confirm where and when it is issued — and any fee — at Bureau of Land Management before your trip.

2

Arrive early

Walk-up permits are issued first-come, first-served, and quotas can fill early on weekends and holidays.

3

Have backup plans

Popular trailheads may be full. Know alternative routes or dates in case your first choice is unavailable.

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Safety & Planning

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Emergency Info

Emergency contacts, ranger station locations, and satellite communicator tips for Death Hollow.

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Food Storage

Bear canister requirements, approved container lists, and rental locations for this permit.

Death Hollow FAQ

How do I get a Death Hollow permit?

Death Hollow is not sold online. It is issued in person or by phone, so there is no reservation to book and no cancellation to catch. PermitSnag does not send alerts for it — check the official permit page for the current process.

When is the best time to visit Death Hollow?

Check with the managing agency for current season dates. Weekdays generally have better availability than weekends.

How competitive is the Death Hollow permit?

This permit has a demand score of 5/10, making it moderately competitive.

What if I can't get a Death Hollow permit?

On this permit there is no cancellation queue and no alert to set, because nothing is re-released onto a calendar we could watch. Bring backup dates, and check the official permit page for the current process and any closures.

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