Learn and ExploreKnow before you go! Familiarize yourself with the regulations and guidelines before entering the inner canyon Wilderness. Basic Regulations
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Why can't I have a campfire?Dams upstream prevent a natural flow and cycle of driftwood entering the lower canyon. What little organic debris makes its way through the canyon is a vital resource for the recycling of nutrients back into the riverbank and the earth. If you see an old fire ring, please don't be tempted to use it. Bring a small gas stove for cooking in the inner canyon. Wilderness Use PermitsPermits are required for all inner canyon wilderness use - both day and overnight trips. Permits are available at the South Rim Visitor Center and North Rim Ranger Station. North Rim permits are:
When you have finished your trip, check out with a ranger or, if the building is closed, place your permit in the self-registration box to “check out” of the inner canyon. Warning: inner canyon users without a permit may be cited and/or fined.
When you have finished your trip, check out with a ranger or, if the building is closed, place your permit in the self-registration box to “check out” of the inner canyon. Warning: inner canyon users without a permit may be cited and/or fined. Why do we require permits?Permits help us monitor use of the Wilderness, and to keep tabs on this great resource. They also help us identify potential emergencies by letting us know your expected itinerary. An accurate permit means that we have all the necessary information, should you need help. What trails don’t need a permit?
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Last updated: August 18, 2020