Canyonlands Needles — Little Spring Canyon Permit
Canyonlands National Park · Utah
Backpacking permit for Little Spring Canyon in the Needles District of Canyonlands.
Plan your Canyonlands National Park trip here, then get your permit from the agency.
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How to get Little Spring Canyon
Book through the Needles backpacking permit on Recreation.gov. Its campsite list names Big Spring 1 and Big Spring 2.
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How to get a Little Spring Canyon permit
- Type
- Backpacking
- Location
- UT
How this permit is issued
Official permit page →Step 1: Create a Recreation.gov account
Sign up at Recreation.gov if you don't have an account. Have your payment info ready.
Step 2: Know the release schedule
Permits release on a rolling basis. Check the release time for your dates.
Step 3: Be ready when permits drop
Log in a few minutes early. Have your dates, group size, and payment ready to go.
More on Little Spring Canyon: Live availability activity
When to hike Little Spring Canyon
Weather Forecast
Trailhead (5,000 ft)
Today
70°
57°
35%
Wed
80°
59°
Thu
82°
56°
Fri
85°
63°
Sat
86°
65°
Sun
86°
65°
Mon
83°
64°
Little Spring Canyon rules, gear and safety
Safety & planning
Emergency Info
Emergency contacts, ranger station locations, and satellite communicator tips for Little Spring Canyon.
Food Storage
Bear canister requirements, approved container lists, and rental locations for this permit.
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Little Spring Canyon FAQ
How do I get a Little Spring Canyon permit?
Little Spring Canyon is issued directly by the agency. Book through the Needles backpacking permit on Recreation.gov. Its campsite list names Big Spring 1 and Big Spring 2. Bring backup dates and check their page for the current process.
When is the best time to visit Little Spring Canyon?
Season dates are on the agency's page. Weekdays have better availability than weekends.
How competitive is the Little Spring Canyon permit?
This permit has a demand score of 6/10, making it moderately competitive.
What if I can't get a Little Spring Canyon permit?
The agency awards this permit directly. Bring backup dates and check the official page for the current process and any closures.
Little Spring Canyon trail conditions and trip reports
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Where to stay near Little Spring Canyon
- Canyonlands National Park Needles District CampgroundCanyonlands National Park
- Indian Creek Falls Group SiteBears Ears National Monument
- Hamburger Rock CampgroundBears Ears National Monument
- All Utah campgrounds
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