Self-guided permit windowTimed release
Permits must be reserved at least two days and no more than seven days before the trip date. Trip window: 2026-01-01 → 2026-12-31.
128 daysApply by · Dec 31, 2026
Opens: Jun 7, 2026Apply by: Dec 31, 2026
National Park Service · UT
Fiery Furnace
Self-guided day-use permits for Arches National Park's sandstone Fiery Furnace labyrinth.
Permit requireddayUseRoutefinding labyrinth2 mi250 ft gain
Access requirement
How to get a permit
Permit rules
QuotaSelf-guided Fiery Furnace Exploration permits must be reserved online in advance and are date-specific.
GroupGroup size is limited to 6 people; children under 5 and pets are prohibited.
Fees$10 per person for self-guided permits.
TransferAll party members must be present for permit pickup, orientation video, and required paperwork.
SafetyComplex routefinding, dead ends, fragile soils, heat, and poor GPS reception make preparation essential.
Where to stay
Campgrounds nearby
Official campground records near this destination. Availability is labeled with the source actually checked.
DEVILS GARDEN CAMPGROUND
Reservable + first-come · November 1 - February 28, all campsites are first-come, first-served only. Pay via Scan & Pay or self-registration envelope. Download the free Recreation.gov mobile app on Android or iOS prior to arrival due to limited cell service. Use the Recreation.gov mobile app to pay the nightly camping fee when you arrive at the campground.
Aug 25—Aug 262Aug 272Aug 285Aug 294Aug 304Aug 314
Availability: Recreation.gov
Upper Big Bend Campground
First-come · $20/night (Pay at campground-cash or check only)
Availability: Unavailable
Big Bend Group Sites
Reservable · Group Site A (max people 40): $175 Group Site B (max people 20): $100 Group Site C (max people 30): $150
Aug 25—Aug 26—Aug 27—Aug 28—Aug 29—Aug 30—Aug 31—
Availability: Recreation.gov
Oak Grove Campground
First-come · $20/night (Pay at campground-cash or check only)
Availability: Unavailable