Grand Canyon Permit – Less than 4 months in advance?

Yes, I think there is a good chance that you can still get your permit. The off main corridor trails are a little easier to get a permit.

Thanks Mike and, also to the people that responded privately.  I wanted to respond to this.  My permit was indeed rejected.  I gave them three possible start dates for this route, and was open to doing the route in reverse and with slightly different campsites.  But the backcountry office said “THANK YOU for your interest in the Grand Canyon! Unfortunately, your request for a permit (startdate in MAR) has been denied because space is not available for any of the itineraries or variations you requested. . . ”

I’ll be sure to get my permit in earlier, next year.  For this year, I think we will look at either Big Bend NP, or the Gila Wilderness.

Thanks all!