
Outside of these dates, a wilderness permit is still required and must be obtained through self-registration. See the Yosemite Wilderness Permits website for more information. Permits issued by Yosemite National Park are valid for continuous wilderness travel within Yosemite National Park, and adjacent wilderness areas. All permit quotas are based on entry date and entry trailhead.įrom April 28 through October 22, permit reservation requests can be made from 24 weeks to three days in advance of the start of a trip. Wilderness permits are required for all overnight backcountry use. This reservation is for an overnight wilderness permit beginning in Yosemite National Park. Permits are nonrefundable and nontransferable. Check trail conditions before booking and travel. Notifications and AlertsĪnticipated delays on access to Yosemite trails this season due to a record winter snow pack. Since many trails are very popular, advanced reservations are recommended. In order to minimize human impact and provide visitors with opportunities for solitude, wilderness permits are only issued to a limited number of people for each trailhead each day. Visit our website to learn more about Yosemite’s Wilderness History. When in the wilderness, every visitor has the responsibility to minimize their impact and practice Leave No Trace.

Nearly 95% of Yosemite National Park is congressionally-designated Wilderness. Wilderness permits can NOT be used for campgrounds, day hike permits or lodging facilities.

Permits provide for overnight access to undeveloped areas in the park and involve backpacking a significant distance from a trailhead and all development. Yosemite National Park Wilderness PermitsĪ wilderness permit is required year-round for any overnight stay in the Yosemite Wilderness.
