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The Enchantments

Zone-based overnight permits for the Alpine Lakes Wilderness with lottery, unclaimed inventory, and daily options.

Permit requiredovernightStrenuous18 mi4,500 ft gain
Access requirement

2 ways to get a permit

Advanced lotteryLottery

Fixed application window. Trip window: 2026-05-15 → 2026-10-31.

Opens: Feb 15, 2026Apply by: Mar 1, 2026Results: Mar 17, 2026Confirm by: Mar 31, 2026
Apply on official siteVerified · Jul 26, 2026Available this season
Daily geofence lotteryIn-person

Daily geofence lottery availability varies by zone and date. Trip window: 2026-05-15 → 2026-10-31.

Apply on official siteVerified · Jul 26, 2026Available this season
Permit rules
QuotaOvernight permits are zone-specific during the quota season.
GroupGroup size limits apply by zone.
FeesApplication and reservation fees may apply.
TransferLeader rules and alternate holder policies apply.
SafetySnow can persist late; goats, exposure, and steep passes require preparation.
Where to stay

Campgrounds nearby

Official campground records near this destination. Availability is labeled with the source actually checked.

EIGHTMILE CAMPGROUND

3.0 miles away · WA · 26 sites

2 of 7 nights open

Reservable

Aug 25—Aug 26—Aug 27—Aug 28—Aug 29—Aug 308Aug 3113
Availability: Recreation.gov
Official campground site

EIGHTMILE GROUP SITE

3.0 miles away · WA · 1 sites

2 of 7 nights open

Reservable

Aug 25—Aug 26—Aug 27—Aug 28—Aug 29—Aug 301Aug 311
Availability: Recreation.gov
Official campground site

BRIDGE CREEK GROUP SITE

3.1 miles away · WA · 1 sites

1 of 7 nights open

Reservable

Aug 25—Aug 26—Aug 27—Aug 28—Aug 29—Aug 30—Aug 311
Availability: Recreation.gov
Official campground site

ICICLE GROUP CAMPGROUND

4.1 miles away · WA · 1 sites

No openings found

Reservable

Aug 25—Aug 26—Aug 27—Aug 28—Aug 29—Aug 30—Aug 31—
Availability: Recreation.gov
Official campground site