Pets, weapons and wheeled vehicles are prohibited on these and all park trails.

Backpacking is allowed in Redwood Canyon. The maximum stay is 2 nights. The maximum group size is 10 people. All overnight users must obtain a permit from the Grant Grove Visitor Center prior to starting their trip. Reservations for permits may be made no less than 3 weeks before the start of the trip. Unreserved permits will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis, beginning the afternoon before the trip is scheduled to begin. Even if you have a reservation, you must still check in and pick up your permit before going out. Permits are not required for day use.

Backpackers in Redwood Canyon are expected to know and follow the guidelines for minimum impact camping. In addition, the following special restrictions apply:

• No camping within one mile (1.6 km) of the trailhead.
• No wood fires are permitted in Redwood Canyon; bring a backpacking stove.
• Bears are frequently seen in this area. There are no bear boxes in Redwood Canyon. You must store your food in a bear-proof canister or hang it according to the counter-balance method.
• Cattle occasionally wander into Redwood Canyon from grazing allotments on the adjacent Sequoia National Forest. If you see cattle in Redwood Canyon, please notify a park ranger.

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Last update: April 3, 1997