Ingraham Flats Alpine Zone
Mount Rainier · Washington
Ingraham Flats Alpine Zone is one of the permitted entry points in Mount Rainier on recreation.gov. The daily quota is 24 people/day, and dates can sell out ahead of the season. Its current demand score is 36/100. Permit Ranger watches this pass around the clock and alerts you the moment a sold-out date opens up.
Quota
24 people/day
When permits are released
The whole late-May – mid-October season goes on sale at once in late April (2026: April 25) at 7:00 AM Pacific, after the February–March early-access lottery. Cancellations reopen camps all summer. Outside the season permits are walk-up/self-registration only.
Demand
Low demand (36/100)
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed in this area.
Popular trails nearby
- Camp Summerland and Lakes via Wonderland Trail - 4.8 on AllTrails
- Camp Muir Route via Skyline Trail - 4.8 on AllTrails
- Glacier Basin Trail - 4.8 on AllTrails
- Lake George and Gobblers Knob Trail - 4.8 on AllTrails
- Kautz to Longmire via Indian Henry's Hunting Ground - 4.8 on AllTrails
Frequently asked questions
When do Ingraham Flats Alpine Zone permits open?
The whole late-May – mid-October season goes on sale at once in late April (2026: April 25) at 7:00 AM Pacific, after the February–March early-access lottery. Cancellations reopen camps all summer. Outside the season permits are walk-up/self-registration only. 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 Ingraham Flats Alpine Zone 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 Ingraham Flats Alpine Zone?
The live demand score is 36/100. Odds of catching an opening are good - most dates stay bookable.
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
- Camp Muir Alpine Camp - 1 mi away
- Emmons Flats Alpine Zone - 1 mi away
- Cowlitz Glacier Alpine - 1 mi away
- Emmons Glacier Alpine Zone - 2 mi away
- Camp Schurman Alpine Camp - 2 mi away
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