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Yellowstone National Park Backcountry Permits permit availability & alerts

Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, US · recreation.gov

✅ 227 openings right now — soonest on Nov 16, 2026.
Last checked Nov 13, 2026, 5:12 PM

Where it's open

  • Out of Park46 open dates · soonest Nov 16
  • Winter Backcountry Zone31 open dates · soonest Dec 1
  • Winter Road Corridor31 open dates · soonest Dec 1
  • Bechler/Southwest30 open dates · soonest Nov 16
  • Snake River/Heart Lake29 open dates · soonest Nov 16
  • Blacktail/Hellroaring15 open dates · soonest Nov 16
  • Gallatin/Northwest15 open dates · soonest Nov 16
  • Lamar15 open dates · soonest Nov 16
  • Slough/Pebble15 open dates · soonest Nov 16

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 227 openings, with the soonest on Nov 16, 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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