National Park Tips :
• The good news is most of these parks do not require an entry reservation if you have camping reservations within the park . However , it is recommended you verify directly with the park in advance of your trip
• Purchase a National Park System annual pass for faster reservations and entry to the parks . Creating a recreation . gov online account well before you make reservations is also highly encouraged .
• Photo ID is required with these reservations . Your name must match , and no reservations are ever transferrable .
• A print or digital copy of your reservation is accepted at any of the parks , but do be aware most parks do not have reliable cell phone service — screenshots are highly recommended .
• Many of the parks release a limited number of entry tickets the night before . See park websites for more information .
• There are still going to be lines and crowds . Please do not assume a reservation gets you a guaranteed spot .
• Have everything you need before you go into the park . Many of these timed entries will not allow you enough time to leave and return .
• Permits and reservations are not available at any park office . They must be purchased online or by calling ahead of time .
• Book your reservation as soon as absolutely possible . Waiting until the last minute could really ruin a vacation .
• Every car needs permits . Please think ahead if you ’ re traveling with a large party .
• I t ’ s not just national parks that are requiring reservations . For example , places like Maroon Bells and Mt . Evans in Colorado required timed entry reservations in 2021 , and it sounds like that will continue in 2022 .
• If you prefer to make reservations over the phone or have any questions please call recreation . gov at ( 877 ) 444-6777 . For international callers , you can reach recreation . gov ( 606 ) 515-6777
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