2012 RESERVATIONS more>>
The backcountry reservation request system is open for 2012. Click on the link above to access the online system. Please consider using the online system to submit your reservation request especially during the first week because the fax machine can become inundated by requests.
The reservation system is open from January 5th through May 15th each year. You may obtain a permit in person up to 24-hours in advance on a first come-first served basis.
Reservation requests for the summer season are accepted from January 5 to May 15 of each year. We reserve one-third of each camping zone in advance, and save two-thirds of each zone for those who wish to get a permit in person on a first-come, first-served basis one day before they start their hike. Those unsuccessful in getting an advance reservation may still try for a permit in person during the summer, although during peak season (mid-July to mid-August) competition for these permits is high. There is a $25 non-refundable processing fee for each trip into the backcountry. A charge will be assessed only if your reservation is successful.
Be sure to research your trip itinerary before making a reservation request. You can view our backcountry map that shows the locations of all campsites and mileages between them, by downloading the Backcountry Camping Brochure (Adobe PDF file). You can also purchase topographical maps and books describing the trails by visiting the Grand Teton Association website at www.grandtetonpark.org.
Be aware that ice axes will be necessary for safe passage over all divides and passes (marked on our planning map and on topographical maps) until around the third week of July. Divides melt out on different dates each year depending on the past winter's snowpack depth and spring temperatures. For current backcountry conditions visit the Jenny Lake Climbing Rangers blogspot.
The fee for backcountry reservations in advance is $25 by check or credit card. If you are paying by check you MUST include your social security number on the check.
Please note you will leave the Grand Teton National Park site to a secure server for online reservation submittal. You may also download the forms below and mail or fax your request to the park.
MAIL-IN or FAX RESERVATIONS
Mail your reservation to:
Grand Teton National Park
Backcountry Permits
P.O. Drawer 170
Moose, WY 83012
OR fax to (307) 739-3443
Reservation-General [1-6 individuals only] (MS Word) (Adobe PDF)
Reservation-Group [7-12 individuals only] (MS Word)(Adobe PDF)
Reservation-Climbing (MS Word) (Adobe PDF)
Reservation-Jackson Lake (MS Word) (Adobe PDF)
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