Chapel Beach 6
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore · Michigan
Chapel Beach 6 is one of the permitted entry points in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore on recreation.gov. Its current demand score is 92/100. Permit Ranger watches this pass around the clock and alerts you the moment a sold-out date opens up.
When permits are released
Backcountry permits open on a rolling 6-month window, advancing each morning at 10:00 AM Eastern (7:00 AM Pacific). One reservation covers your whole party (per-site booking), year-round.
Demand
Very high demand (92/100)
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed in this area.
Popular trails nearby
- Chapel Beach Loop - 4.8 on AllTrails
- Pictured Rocks Lakeshore Trail - 4.7 on AllTrails
- Mosquito Falls and Mosquito Beach Loop - 4.6 on AllTrails
- Au Sable Point Lighthouse from Au Sable Point Campground - 4.6 on AllTrails
Frequently asked questions
When do Chapel Beach 6 permits open?
Backcountry permits open on a rolling 6-month window, advancing each morning at 10:00 AM Eastern (7:00 AM Pacific). One reservation covers your whole party (per-site booking), year-round. Check the recreation.gov page for the exact on-sale details for your dates.
What if my dates are sold out?
Cancellations happen all season as plans change. Add Chapel Beach 6 to a trip window on Permit Ranger and you get an instant alert the moment a date you need opens back up.
How competitive is Chapel Beach 6?
The live demand score is 92/100. Odds of catching an opening are very low - dates are usually fully booked.
Does Permit Ranger book the permit for me?
No. Permit Ranger never books on your behalf. When a watched date opens, you get an alert with a direct link so you can book it yourself on recreation.gov.
Nearby passes
- Chapel Beach 1 - 0 mi away
- Chapel Beach 2 - 0 mi away
- Chapel Beach 3 - 0 mi away
- Chapel Beach 4 - 0 mi away
- Chapel Beach 5 - 0 mi away
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