4F1 Norris Meadows (Backpacker)
Yellowstone National Park · Wyoming
4F1 Norris Meadows (Backpacker) is one of the permitted entry points in Yellowstone National Park on recreation.gov. Its current demand score is 2/100. Permit Ranger watches this pass around the clock and alerts you the moment a sold-out date opens up.
When permits are released
Peak-season trips (May 15 – October 31) go on general sale April 26 at 8:00 AM Mountain Time (after the March early-access lottery). Non-peak trips (November 1 – May 14) go on sale October 6 at 8:00 AM Mountain Time. Cancellations reopen sites year-round; permits are picked up in person at a Backcountry Permit Office.
Demand
Easy to get (2/100)
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed in this area.
Popular trails nearby
- Yellowstone River Trail - 4.8 on AllTrails
- Heart Lake Trail to South Entrance - 4.7 on AllTrails
- Slough Creek Trail - 4.7 on AllTrails
- Union Falls via Mountain Ash Trail - 4.7 on AllTrails
- Pebble Creek Trail via Northeast Trailhead - 4.7 on AllTrails
Frequently asked questions
When do 4F1 Norris Meadows (Backpacker) permits open?
What if my dates are sold out?
How competitive is 4F1 Norris Meadows (Backpacker)?
Does Permit Ranger book the permit for me?
Nearby passes
- 4D1 Ice Lake North (Backpacker) - 2 mi away
- 4D3 Ice Lake South (Backpacker/Handicap Accessible) contact Central Backcountry Office to book in advance - 2 mi away
- 4D2 Ice Lake East (Backpacker) - 2 mi away
- 4E2 Cascade Lake West (Backpacker) - 7 mi away
- 4E3 Cascade Lake North (Backpacker) - 7 mi away
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