Death Canyon Shelf

Grand Teton National Park · Wyoming

Death Canyon Shelf is one of the permitted entry points in Grand Teton National Park on recreation.gov. The daily quota is 2 groups/day, and dates can sell out ahead of the season. Its current demand score is 66/100. Permit Ranger watches this pass around the clock and alerts you the moment a sold-out date opens up.

Quota

2 groups/day

When permits are released

About a third of each camping zone is reservable in advance. The advance window for the whole May–October season opens in early January (2026: January 7) at 8:00 AM Mountain Time; cancellations reopen sites all season. Advance booking closes 2 days before entry - after that it's walk-up only.

Demand

High demand (66/100)

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed in this area.

Popular trails nearby

Frequently asked questions

When do Death Canyon Shelf permits open?

About a third of each camping zone is reservable in advance. The advance window for the whole May–October season opens in early January (2026: January 7) at 8:00 AM Mountain Time; cancellations reopen sites all season. Advance booking closes 2 days before entry - after that it's walk-up 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 Death Canyon Shelf 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 Death Canyon Shelf?

The live demand score is 66/100. Odds of catching an opening are moderate - popular dates sell out.

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.

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