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Zion National Park
Walk-In Permits
 

A limited number of walk-in permits are available for all backcountry areas. 50-75% of the total number of backcountry permits will be available as reservations. The remainder will be available as walk-in permits.

Any Backcountry camp or day-use canyon not reserved by lottery or calendar, are available as a walk-in permit.

Walk-in permits are only available the day before or the day of a trip.

During weekends and holidays, from April through the middle of October each year, permits may be difficult to obtain for; Subway (Left Fork of North Creek) Mystery Canyon, Virgin River Narrows and West Rim. During that time you may have greatest success in obtaining a walk-in permit if you arrive at the Zion Canyon Backcountry window or desk the day before your intended trip.

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Bird watching in Zion  

Did You Know?
Over 290 different types of birds fly through Zion National Park every year, making it a great place for bird watching.
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Last Updated: August 24, 2008 at 16:38 EST