Buckskin Gulch: Permit Fees and Regulations
Essential Information for Trail Exploration
Permit Requirements
All individuals planning to hike either Buckskin Gulch or Paria Canyon require a valid permit. The fee structure is as follows:
- Day Hiking: $6 per person, per day
- Overnight Trips: $5 per person, per day
Permit Acquisition Options
Permits can be obtained in two ways:
- Pre-Purchase Online: Pay in advance and print out your permit for display on your vehicle dashboard.
- Purchase at Trailhead: Envelopes are available at the Wire Pass to Buckskin Gulch trailhead for payment and permit acquisition.
Additional Fees
In addition to the permit fee, there is a $6 per person day use fee for hiking in the Paria Canyon-Vermillion Cliffs Wilderness area, which includes both Wire Pass and Buckskin Gulch.
Permit Regulations
Please note the following regulations regarding permits:
- Permits are required for both day hiking and overnight trips.
- Permits are non-refundable.
- Permits must be carried with you while hiking.
- Permits are valid for the specified date and time only.
Additional Information
Buckskin Gulch is one of the longest continuous slot canyons in the world, stretching approximately 16 miles through breathtaking sandstone walls.
For the latest information and updates on permit regulations, please visit the official website of the National Park Service at https://www.nps.gov/neri/planyourvisit/buckskin-gulch.htm.
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