Technical canyon route from Boulder.
Plan your Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument trip here, then get your permit from the agency.
Walk-up permit
How to get Death Hollow
Death Hollow is issued by the agency rather than through a booking calendar. Their page has the current process and any dates.
Official permit pagePlanning another trip? See the permits we alert on.
How to get a Death Hollow permit
- Type
- Overnight
- Location
- UT
How this permit is issued
Get this permit in person at the trailhead or ranger station, or by phone.
Official permit page →Step 1: Check the agency page for the process
This permit is not sold online. Confirm where and when it is issued (and any fee) at Bureau of Land Management before your trip.
Step 2: Arrive early
Walk-up permits are issued first-come, first-served. Where the agency sets a daily quota, popular trailheads can run out on weekends and holidays.
Step 3: Have backup plans
Popular trailheads fill fast. Know alternate routes or dates.
More on Death Hollow: Live availability activity
When to hike Death Hollow
Weather Forecast
Trailhead (5,000 ft)
Backcountry Tips
- Today: 68% chance of precipitation. Pack rain gear.
Today
67°
52°
68%
Wed
77°
51°
Thu
80°
60°
Fri
83°
64°
Sat
84°
67°
Sun
84°
68°
Mon
80°
65°
Death Hollow rules, gear and safety
Safety & planning
Emergency Info
Emergency contacts, ranger station locations, and satellite communicator tips for Death Hollow.
Food Storage
Bear canister requirements, approved container lists, and rental locations for this permit.
Gear Checklist: Required and recommended gear for Death Hollow · Shuttle Services: Trailhead transportation options · Guide Services: Experienced wilderness guides
Some links may be affiliate links. Purchases support PermitSnag at no extra cost to you.
Death Hollow FAQ
How do I get a Death Hollow permit?
Death Hollow is issued directly by the agency. It is issued in person or by phone, so there is no reservation to book and no cancellation to catch. Bring backup dates and check their page for the current process.
When is the best time to visit Death Hollow?
Season dates are on the agency's page. Weekdays have better availability than weekends.
How competitive is the Death Hollow permit?
This permit has a demand score of 5/10, making it moderately competitive.
What if I can't get a Death Hollow permit?
The agency awards this permit directly. Bring backup dates and check the official page for the current process and any closures.
Death Hollow trail conditions and trip reports
Trail Conditions
No active conditions reported
Sign in to report trail conditions.
Questions
No questions yet
Be the first to ask about Death Hollow.
Trip Reports
Write ReportAlternatives to a Death Hollow permit
Where to stay near Death Hollow
- Ponderosa Grove CampgroundBureau of Land Management
- Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park campgroundUtah
- All Utah campgrounds
Plan the full trip, not just the permit
Build your full itinerary start to finish
Add your dates and get a day-by-day plan: what needs a permit, what gear to bring, and one link to share with your whole group to coordinate every step.
No permit needed to start
One tick helps us more than you’d think
Google lets you pick the sites it highlights for you. Add PermitSnag and our permit pages get marked as one of yours in AI Overviews and AI Mode.
Takes less than a minute.