Where can I find Idaho permit lottery dates?

The calendar below lists every upcoming lottery open, close, and results date we're tracking for Idaho permits, sourced directly from each program's official application window.

Idaho Backpacking Permits

Q: How many backpacking permits does PermitSnag track in Idaho?

We track 3 permits across 1 park and wilderness areas in Idaho, with cancellation alerts the moment a spot opens and lottery dates on the calendar below.

3 permits tracked across 1 park and wilderness areas in Idaho, with cancellation alerts the moment a spot opens. Lottery reminders included.

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Upcoming Idaho lottery & deadline dates

Date	Event	Permit
Dec 1, 2026	Lottery opens	Middle Fork
Dec 1, 2026	Lottery opens	Selway
Jan 31, 2027	Lottery closes	Selway
Jan 31, 2027	Lottery closes	Middle Fork
Feb 14, 2027	Results announced	Middle Fork
Feb 15, 2027	Results announced	Selway

All Idaho permits by park

Idaho Wild Rivers

Middle ForkLottery + Cancellations
Main SalmonLottery + Cancellations
SelwayLottery + Cancellations