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Yellowstone National Park Backcountry Permits permit availability & alerts

Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, US · recreation.gov

✅ 241 openings right now — soonest on Nov 14, 2026.
Last checked Nov 11, 2026, 5:12 PM

Where it's open

  • Out of Park48 open dates · soonest Nov 14
  • Bechler/Southwest32 open dates · soonest Nov 14
  • Snake River/Heart Lake31 open dates · soonest Nov 14
  • Winter Backcountry Zone31 open dates · soonest Dec 1
  • Winter Road Corridor31 open dates · soonest Dec 1
  • Blacktail/Hellroaring17 open dates · soonest Nov 14
  • Gallatin/Northwest17 open dates · soonest Nov 14
  • Lamar17 open dates · soonest Nov 14
  • Slough/Pebble17 open dates · soonest Nov 14

Next open dates

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About Yellowstone National Park Backcountry Permits alerts

Yellowstone National Park Backcountry Permits (Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, US) books out fast on recreation.gov — popular times go quickly, and permit dates can be hard to catch. But cancellations open up new availability all the time. RainierForge checks Yellowstone National Park Backcountry Permits continuously and alerts you by email or text the moment a permit date matching your needs becomes available, so you can grab it before someone else does.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get notified when Yellowstone National Park Backcountry Permits has openings?

Set up an alert with your dates. RainierForge watches Yellowstone National Park Backcountry Permits on recreation.gov around the clock and emails or texts you the instant a permit date opens — including cancellations — so you can grab it before it's gone.

Is Yellowstone National Park Backcountry Permits available right now?

Yes — as of the latest check there are 241 openings, with the soonest on Nov 14, 2026. Availability changes fast; set an alert so you don't miss the next one.

Is RainierForge affiliated with recreation.gov?

No. RainierForge is an independent monitoring service. Availability data is sourced from recreation.gov; we are not affiliated with it or any government agency, and booking still happens there.

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