Bechler
Yellowstone National Park · Wyoming
Bechler is one of the permitted entry points in Yellowstone National Park on recreation.gov. Its current demand score is 84/100. 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
Very high demand (84/100)
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 Bechler 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 Bechler 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 Bechler?
The live demand score is 84/100. Odds of catching an opening are low - most dates book up well ahead.
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
- 9B5 Colonnade Falls (Backpacker) - 1 mi away
- 9B4 Ouzel Falls (Backpacker) - 2 mi away
- 9B6 Lower Bechler Canyon Ford (Backpacker) - 2 mi away
- 9B7 Talus Spring (Backpacker) - 2 mi away
- 9B3 Trail Spring (Stock) - 2 mi away
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