Zion National Park Permits
Towering red cliffs, narrow slot canyons, and desert wilderness define this Utah icon.
Signature Experiences
The most sought-after permits in Zion
Angels Landing
“Ascend a knife-edge sandstone ridge with 1,000-foot drops on both sides to reach one of America's most exhilarating summits.”
Narrows Overnight
“Camp in the heart of Zion's most famous slot canyon, where the Virgin River has carved a corridor so deep that thousand-foot walls block the sun.”
The Subway
“Descend through a natural subway tunnel carved in stone—where the canyon walls curve overhead like a sculpture gallery.”
Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Epic multi-day traverses starting from Zion
All Permits
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Angels Landing permit
Required permit for the chain-assisted climb to Angels Landing—Zion's most famous and dramatic summit.
The Narrows Overnight permit
Overnight camping in the Virgin River Narrows. 12 designated campsites along the route.
The Subway permit
Technical canyoneering through a tube-shaped slot canyon—one of Zion's most spectacular and photogenic routes.
Zion Overnight Wilderness permit
The backpacking permit for Zion's wilderness. You reserve a specific camp area for each night, from the West Rim's cliff-edge sites to Kolob's La Verkin Creek.
Trans-Zion Traverse permit
48-mile point-to-point traverse across Zion National Park from Lee Pass in Kolob Canyons to the East Entrance.
Mystery Canyon permit
Zion's classic technical descent, ending with a rappel down Mystery Falls into the Virgin River Narrows. Six of the twelve daily spots come from a quarterly lottery.
Heaps Canyon permit
Technical canyoneering permit for Heaps Canyon in Zion National Park.
Zion Narrows permit
The complete 16-mile through-hike of Zion's most famous slot canyon—from Chamberlain's Ranch to Temple of Sinawava.
Zion Overnight Climbing (Bivouac) permit
The permit for sleeping on a Zion wall. Required only if you bivy on the route — Moonlight Buttress, Spaceshot, Touchstone and 14 other named climbs each carry their own nightly quota.
West Rim Trail Overnight permit
Overnight camping permit for the West Rim Trail. 9 designated backpacking sites along the trail.
La Verkin Creek / Kolob Arch Overnight permit
Overnight camping on the La Verkin Creek Trail to Kolob Arch in Kolob Canyons. 13 designated campsites.
Imlay Canyon permit
Technical canyoneering permit for Imlay Canyon in Zion National Park.
Pine Creek Canyon permit
Technical canyoneering permit for Pine Creek Canyon in Zion National Park.
Keyhole Canyon permit
Technical canyoneering permit for Keyhole Canyon in Zion National Park.
Orderville Canyon permit
Technical canyoneering permit for Orderville Canyon in Zion National Park.
Spry Canyon permit
Technical canyoneering permit for Spry Canyon in Zion National Park.
Behunin Canyon permit
Technical canyoneering permit for Behunin Canyon in Zion National Park.
Echo Canyon permit
Technical canyoneering permit for Echo Canyon in Zion National Park.
Englestead Hollow permit
Technical canyoneering permit for Englestead Hollow in Zion National Park.
Das Boot Canyon permit
Technical canyoneering permit for Das Boot Canyon in Zion National Park.
Great White Sewer permit
Technical canyoneering permit for Great White Sewer in Zion National Park.
Grotto Canyon permit
Technical canyoneering permit for Grotto Canyon in Zion National Park.
Refrigerator Canyon (Upper) permit
Technical canyoneering permit for Refrigerator Canyon (Upper) in Zion National Park.
Refrigerator Canyon (Lower) permit
Technical canyoneering permit for Refrigerator Canyon (Lower) in Zion National Park.
Russell Gulch permit
Technical canyoneering permit for Russell Gulch in Zion National Park.
Shelf Canyon permit
Technical canyoneering permit for Shelf Canyon in Zion National Park.
Snotto Canyon permit
Technical canyoneering permit for Snotto Canyon in Zion National Park.
South Guardian Angel permit
Technical canyoneering permit for South Guardian Angel in Zion National Park.
Spearhead Canyon permit
Technical canyoneering permit for Spearhead Canyon in Zion National Park.
Hop Valley Overnight permit
Overnight camping permit for Hop Valley in Kolob Canyons area. 2 designated campsites.
Wildcat Canyon Overnight permit
Hike-in backpacking in Zion's Wildcat Canyon camp area, hours from the nearest road. Reached from the Lava Point or Wildcat Canyon trailheads; Wildcat Spring runs year-round.
East Rim Overnight permit
Hike-in backpacking in Zion's East Rim camp area, hours from the nearest road. Reached from the East Rim, Stave Spring or East Mesa trailheads; Stave Spring can dry up by late summer, so plan to carry water.
Zion Narrows bottom-up permit
The day hike upstream from the Temple of Sinawava needs no permit. Only the 16-mile top-down through-hike from Chamberlain's Ranch does.
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Zion Permit FAQ
What permits are required for Zion National Park?
Zion National Park requires permits for various activities including Angels Landing, Narrows Top-Down, Narrows Overnight, Narrows Day Hike, The Subway, and 28 more. Each permit has different requirements and booking processes.
How do I get a permit for Zion National Park?
Permits for Zion National Park are available through Lottery, Reservation, Walk-Up systems. Use PermitSnag to track availability and get notified when cancellations occur.
When should I apply for Zion 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.