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Angels Landing permit 2027: when to apply for the lottery

Zion, United States

8 km+450 m gain

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Lottery opens for the permit for the final stretch (2027) 60 days Friday, January 1, 2027

In short

Angels Landing 2027: lottery applications for the permit for the final stretch should be accepted from Friday, January 1, 2027 to Wednesday, January 20, 2027. Results are expected on Monday, January 25, 2027. Best season: March to May (seasonal lottery).

Entry dates estimated from previous years.
To be confirmed once officially announced.

What are the 2027 lottery dates?

  1. Jan. 20, 2027 Lottery applications close
  2. Jan. 25, 2027 Lottery results
  3. March to May Best season

What do you book and at what price?

What you bookThe permit for the final stretch
Price$6 per application, then $3 per person, plus park entryRough estimate, check the official website.

What is the route like? from OpenStreetMap

Move your finger or mouse along the curve to read the km and the altitude. Approximate curve, from a terrain model.

Angels Landing via the West Rim Trail

3.6 km+549 m gain1,303 m → 1,757 m

Altitude by distanceMin 1,303 m · max 1,757 m

1,757 m1,530 m1,303 m

Length measured along the OpenStreetMap track, one way; elevation gain and altitudes from a terrain model. Approximate figures, check them against the official guide. Tracks © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Angels Landing on the 3D map Follow the route in 3D, then explore the 62 other trails and races on the map. Open the 3D map

How do you apply for the lottery, step by step?

  1. Create your account on the official websiteBefore opening day, so you don't lose time.
  2. Pick several datesWeekdays are often less in demand.
  3. Enter between January 1, 2027 and January 20, 2027First day or last day: same chances.
  4. Results on January 25, 2027If you are drawn, pay within the stated deadline.
Good to know. One lottery per season, plus a day-before lottery.

Don't miss the date

Add the upcoming dates to your calendar: your phone reminds you 1 week before the first one, then the day before each, and on the morning of results day.

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Frequently asked questions

Angels Landing 2027: what is the opening date?

Lottery opens for the permit for the final stretch on Friday, January 1, 2027. Closes on Wednesday, January 20, 2027. Date estimated from previous years, to be confirmed.

Angels Landing 2027: when are the lottery results published?

Results are expected on Monday, January 25, 2027.

Angels Landing: how much does it cost?

$6 per application, then $3 per person, plus park entry. Rough estimate, check the official website.

Angels Landing: when should you go?

Best season: March to May (seasonal lottery).

Our guides to give yourself the best chance

Recreation.gov: winning US permit lotteriesPractical guide

See also

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Sources and checks. Dates estimated from previous years, to be confirmed once officially announced. Page updated on October 18, 2026, dates checked on October 17, 2026. Does a date look wrong? Let us know.