First Tuesday in April advance release (2026)Timed release
About 40% of each day's overnight quota is released on the first Tuesday in April at 7:00 AM PDT. Trip window: 2026-06-15 → 2026-10-15.
Opens: Apr 7, 2026
U.S. Forest Service · OR
Central Cascades Wilderness Overnight Permits
Quota-limited overnight wilderness permits at 19 trailheads across the Three Sisters, Mt. Jefferson, and Mt. Washington Wilderness areas, with about 40% of each day's quota released the first Tuesday in April and the rest on a 7-day rolling window.
Permit requiredovernightVaries by trailhead
Access requirement
2 ways to get a permit
Seven-day rolling releaseTimed release
Remaining permits become available 7 days before a trip start date at 7:00 AM PDT. Trip window: 2026-06-15 → 2026-10-15.
Permit rules
QuotaUse limits are based on trailhead entry points. About 40% of each day's quota per trailhead is released the first Tuesday in April; the remaining ~60% is released 7 days before a trip start date. Required June 15 through October 15.
Group1 to 12 people per overnight group permit.
Fees$6 per group permit, for each outing (non-refundable).
TransferCheck official source for permit holder requirements.
SafetyConditions vary by trailhead and elevation; some trailheads may be closed due to fire or seasonal access. Check current closures before your trip.
Where to stay
Campgrounds nearby
Official campground records near this destination. Availability is labeled with the source actually checked.
SODA CREEK CAMPGROUND
Reservable
Aug 25—Aug 26—Aug 27—Aug 28—Aug 29—Aug 306Aug 315
Availability: Recreation.gov
THREE CREEKS MEADOW CAMPGROUND
Reservable
Aug 25—Aug 26—Aug 27—Aug 283Aug 293Aug 305Aug 315
Availability: Recreation.gov
THREE CREEKS MEADOW HORSE CAMP
Reservable
Aug 25—Aug 26—Aug 27—Aug 289Aug 299Aug 309Aug 318
Availability: Recreation.gov
DRIFTWOOD CAMPGROUND - DESCHUTES
Reservable
Aug 25—Aug 26—Aug 27—Aug 282Aug 292Aug 308Aug 3112
Availability: Recreation.gov