Wilderness permits are required for overnight stays in Yosemite’s backcountry and are issued by Yosemite's National Park Service.
Half of the allocated permits are available through the mail or by calling (209) 372-0740.
The other half are available up to 24 hours in advance at the Valley Wilderness Center, Tuolumne Meadows Permit Kiosk, Big Oak Flat Information Station, Hetch Hetchy Entrance Station and the Wawona Ranger Station.
Permits are free when obtained in person. Written requests should be sent to the Wilderness Center, P.O. Box 545, Yosemite, CA 95389.
