8G1 Shoshone Meadows (Backpacker, Llama)

Yellowstone National Park · Wyoming

8G1 Shoshone Meadows (Backpacker, Llama) is one of the permitted entry points in Yellowstone National Park on recreation.gov. Its current demand score is 63/100. 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

High demand (63/100)

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed in this area.

Popular trails nearby

Frequently asked questions

When do 8G1 Shoshone Meadows (Backpacker, Llama) permits open?

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. 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 8G1 Shoshone Meadows (Backpacker, Llama) 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 8G1 Shoshone Meadows (Backpacker, Llama)?

The live demand score is 63/100. 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.

Nearby passes

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