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Olympic National Park Wilderness Permit
Data Source: Recreation.gov
Permits & Reservations
Permits for Olympic
Olympic has no timed-entry permit as of 2026 — day hiking in all zones is walk-up. The one permit you need is the wilderness permit for overnight backcountry camping. High-use zones like the Hoh River Trail, Seven Lakes Basin, and High Divide require reservations through Recreation.gov in summer; lower-demand areas offer self-issue permits at trailhead stations. Call the Wilderness Information Center in Port Angeles for current availability before committing to a specific area.
Permit listings sourced from the Recreation Information Database (RIDB). Confirm current dates, fees, and how to apply on Recreation.gov or at the park before you go — some permits are first-come or issued in person.
Olympic wilderness permit windows
One email when Olympic's backcountry reservation window opens for the summer season or when availability changes for high-use zones.
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