Resource List

Northern Arizona (Havasupai, Havasu Falls, Grand Canyon, Flagstaff, Mogollon Rim)

Havasupai Falls

• Havasupai Reservations - Havasu Falls Permits
  This is where to apply for or purchase Havasupai Falls permits (Havasu Falls, Mooney Falls, Havasupai Campgraound, Beaver Falls, The Confluence): https://havasupaireservations.com/
• Havasupai Lodge - Must Take Horse Or Hike Down the Canyon to this Lodge Located About 2 Miles From The Falls: The only roofed accommodation inside the Havasupai Havasupai Lodge offers 24 simple, air‑conditioned rooms in Supai Village The only roofed accommodation inside the Havasupai Reservation, Havasupai Lodge offers 24 simple, air‑conditioned rooms in Supai Village—two miles from world‑famous Havasu Falls. https://grandcanyon.com/poi/havasupai-lodge/
  
• Hualipai Lodge - Located in Peach Springs Arizona 65 Miles from the Havasupai Trailhead, Hualipai Lodge is the closest accommodation to the Havasupai Falls trailhead.  https://www.hualapailodge.top/#:~:text=Nestled%20in%20Peach%20Springs%20Arizona%2C,with%20an%20array%20of%20amenities.

Grand Canyon

• NPS Grand Canyon backcountry permits (via Recreation.gov)
  Primary place to apply for below‑the‑rim overnight permits (Bright Angel, Tonto, etc.): https://www.recreation.gov/permits/4675337
• Backcountry permit how‑to and rules (non‑official but useful)
  Good walkthrough of permit timing, lottery system, and walk‑up strategies: https://www.grandcanyontrust.org/blog/cpe-grand-canyon-permits/
• General backcountry info & forms hub
  Overview of permit process and contact for Backcountry Information Center: https://www.grandcanyon.net/backcountry
• Grand Canyon Hikers and Backpackers Association
  Advocacy group, beta, and symposiums for canyon backpackers: https://gchba.org/home/

Flagstaff / Coconino / Mogollon Rim

• Coconino National Forest recreation (backpacking, dispersed camping)
  Use this portal plus MVUMs for Rim and Sedona‑area dispersed camping rules and closures: https://www.fs.usda.gov/coconino (navigate to Recreation → Camping & Cabins; not directly cited but linked from AZ camping overview).
• AZBackroads camping guide (forests, passes, dispersed rules)
  Good overview of when you need passes (e.g., Red Rock, Tonto) vs free dispersed camping: https://www.azbackroads.com/information/the-ultimate-guide-to-camping-in-arizona/
• State Parks near the Rim / Verde
  Dead Horse Ranch, Homolovi, Lyman Lake etc. as front‑country bases with trail access and links to reservations: https://azstateparks.com/parks-with-camping-reservations

Central Arizona (Phoenix, Superstitions, Tonto NF)

• Arizona State Parks reservations (Lost Dutchman, etc.)
  Handy for trips where you want a front‑country night bracketing a Superstition or central AZ backpack: https://azstateparks.com/reserve/
• Tonto National Forest passes and permits
  Developed‑area fees and special permits (e.g., Salt River area, some popular trailheads): Tonto is discussed as requiring special passes in the camping guide: https://www.azbackroads.com/information/the-ultimate-guide-to-camping-in-arizona/
• Salt River Canyon Wilderness permits (river corridor but used by some backpack/packraft combos)
  Permit instructions and seasonal rules:
  Forest Service overview: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r03/tonto/recreation/salt-river-canyon-wilderness-permit
  Recreation.gov permit page: https://www.recreation.gov/permits/249275

Southern Arizona (Tucson, Huachucas, Chiricahuas)

Saguaro National Park (Rincon backcountry)

• Official Saguaro NP hiking and backcountry page
  Trail overview including Tanque Verde Ridge and Juniper Basin backcountry campground info: https://www.nps.gov/sagu/planyourvisit/saguaro_hiking.htm
• Saguaro NP backcountry permits via Recreation.gov
  Required for all overnight camping in the park’s wilderness camps:
  Linked from the AZT permit page: Saguaro permits are now on Recreation.gov for backcountry camping.
• AZT Saguaro thru‑hiker overnight permit (for long‑distance AZT use through Saguaro)
  Specialized permit for AZT hikers sleeping in Grass Shack or Manning Camp: https://www.recreation.gov/activitypass/AP21620

Huachuca Mountains (Sierra Vista / Ramsey Canyon)

• Huachuca Mountains trail info (Ramsey Canyon area)
  Overview of crest‑trail style routes and local trail network: https://ramseycanyon.com/en/3842632/hiking
• Gaia GPS Huachuca City trail list
  Interactive map and GPX source for routes in and around Huachuca Mountains: https://www.gaiagps.com/hike/city/united-states/arizona/huachuca-city/

Chiricahua Mountains

• Chiricahua route example – Horseshoe Pass
  Trip description for one of the more accessible Chiricahua hikes (good beta style): https://www.desertlavender.com/southern-arizona/chiricahuas/horseshoe-pass.php
• For permits, Chiricahua trails are mostly in Coronado National Forest; check USFS Coronado NF site for current fire closures and dispersed camping rules (linked via AZ camping guide).

Out of State

Yosemite National Park (CA)

• Wilderness permit required for any overnight trip in Yosemite Wilderness, year‑round.

• Main info and reservation instructions (lottery, quotas, trailheads):

  • NPS overview: https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/wpres.htm

  • Reservation & lottery system (apply online): https://www.recreation.gov/permits/445859

Zion National Park (UT)

• Permit required for all backpacking trips in Zion Wilderness, including Narrows top‑down overnights.

• General NPS permit hub (backpacking, canyoneering, etc.):

  • https://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/permitsandreservations.htm

• For detailed backpacking permit tips and fee structure:

  • https://wildlandtrekking.com/zion-visitor-guide/zion-backpacking-permits/

Glacier National Park (MT)

• NPS backcountry permit required for any overnight backcountry camping.

• System uses a mix of advance reservations and walk‑in permits.

• Backcountry permits overview (how reservations vs walk‑ins work):

  • https://enjoyyourparks.com/glacier-national-park/all-about-glacier-park/glacier-park-backcountry-permits-reservations/

• (When you’re ready to book, use “Backcountry camping” permits on Recreation.gov – Glacier uses that system or NPS portal depending on year; check current link via the NPS site.)

Yellowstone National Park (WY/MT/ID)

• Backcountry permit required for all overnight trips (backpackers, boaters, stock users).

• Main booking and lottery/reservation system:

  • Recreation.gov permit portal: https://www.recreation.gov/permits/4675323

• Step‑by‑step “how to get a backpacking permit” description and dates:

  • https://wildlandtrekking.com/yellowstone-visitor-guide/yellowstone-backpacking-permits/