Advance reservationsFirst-come
Overnight backcountry reservations are made through Recreation.gov; walk-up permits are issued in person when available. Trip window: 2026-01-01 → 2026-12-31.
National Park Service · UT
Canyonlands Backcountry
Overnight backcountry permits for hiking, 4WD, and bike itineraries across Canyonlands districts.
Permit requiredovernightRemote desert travel
Access requirement
How to get a permit
Permit rules
QuotaPermits are required for all overnight and some day-use backcountry, river, four-wheel-drive, bicycle, and motorcycle trips.
GroupGroup-size limits vary by district and travel mode.
FeesAdvanced reservations include a non-refundable reservation fee plus per-person nightly fees where applicable.
TransferReservation changes are handled through Recreation.gov or the Backcountry Permit Office when available.
SafetyWater scarcity, heat, remoteness, road conditions, and district-specific rules drive safe itinerary planning.
Where to stay
Campgrounds nearby
Official campground records near this destination. Availability is labeled with the source actually checked.
Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground
Reservable + first-come · Individual Camp Sites: 1-10 people, $20 For groups of 11 or more, please book a Group Campsite.
Aug 25—Aug 26—Aug 27—Aug 28—Aug 291Aug 302Aug 311
Availability: Recreation.gov
Indian Creek Falls Group Site
Reservable · $65 per night
Aug 25—Aug 26—Aug 27—Aug 281Aug 291Aug 301Aug 311
Availability: Recreation.gov
Hamburger Rock Campground
Reservable + first-come · Hamburger Rock Campground is first come, first served and payment must be made upon arrival at the self-register kiosk at the campground using cash, check, or the Scan & Pay feature on the Recreation.gov mobile app. You must have the Recreation.gov app installed on your mobile device prior to arrival to use the Scan & Pay payment method.
Aug 25—Aug 26—Aug 27—Aug 28—Aug 29—Aug 30—Aug 31—
Availability: Recreation.gov
Hatch Point Campground
First-come · $20.00 per site per night camping fee payable at self service fee station at campground
Availability: Unavailable