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Grand Canyon Non-Commercial River Permit

Grand Canyon National Park · AZ

Weighted lottery for private river trips launching the following calendar year. February application window.

Application opens

February 1, 2027

Application closes

February 26, 2027

Results announced

March 1, 2027

Permit valid for

Calendar year 2028

Application fee

$25.00

Apply on recreation.gov

How the lottery works

Lifetime ratio increases your odds the longer you apply without drawing. Main launches from Lees Ferry for 12–25 day trips through the Grand Canyon. Follow-up lotteries throughout the year for cancellations.

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Dates shown are for the next occurrence of this lottery. Always verify directly with NPS before applying — windows and rules can change.