National Park Reservations Master List (2026)

All the reservation timelines you need for the 63 U.S. National Parks

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A park-by-park reservation timeline for all 63 U.S. National Parks

Planning a National Park trip shouldn’t feel like a scavenger hunt across 47 tabs, 12 websites, and a dozen “wait…when does this open?” moments.

The National Park Reservations Master List is your one-stop, no-fluff, trip-planning lifesaver. We compiled this list after hours of digging through NPS.gov, concessionaire sites, and Recreation.gov so you don’t have to.

  • Stop missing release dates
  • Know what needs reservations (and what doesn’t)
  • Book smarter, faster, and with way less stress

What you get:

Inside, you’ll find a clean, easy-to-skim page for each park showing key trip-planning details, including reservation timelines for things like:

  • Campgrounds (including group sites + special-use camping when applicable)
  • Timed entry / vehicle reservations
  • In-park lodges & cabins
  • Backcountry permits
  • Transportation reservations (where relevant)
  • Special event permits (when applicable)
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Stack of printable pages titled "National Park Reservations Master List" showing reservation tips, entrance fees, and best times to visit parks like Acadia, Lake Clark, and Black Canyon of the Gunnison. Text highlights that the guide includes all 63 national parks with lifetime updates, designed to help travelers navigate national park reservations.

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Planning a National Park trip shouldn’t feel this hard.

Reservation rules are different for every National Parks.

Information is scattered across NPS.gov, Recreation.gov, and concessionaire sites.

Miss the release time by minutes and you are left scrambling to rework you plans.

Booking windows open months (sometimes a year) in advance

That’s exactly why I created the National Park Reservations Master List

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What’s inside (quick peek)

Table of contents page for a guidebook, listing national parks grouped by U.S. regions such as Southwest, Rockies, and West. Additional sections include tips, itineraries, FAQs, and maps with corresponding page numbers.
nformational page titled “Reservation Tips and Tricks” explaining how to use Recreation.gov for booking national park reservations. Tips include creating an account early, saving payment info, syncing your device clock, and coordinating with others to increase booking success.
Color-coded U.S. map showing the locations of national parks by region, with numbered dots matching a legend that lists park names such as Acadia, Yosemite, Zion, and Denali. Titled “Park and Region Map” and featured in a National Park Obsessed guide.
Overview page for Congaree National Park in South Carolina detailing the best times to visit, entrance fees, backcountry camping info, campgrounds, group sites, events like the Firefly Viewing Lottery, and day-use areas with picnic shelters.
First page of Great Smoky Mountains National Park section with a seasonal chart, parking permit info, camping options, and group campgrounds. Lists campground names, seasons, tent and RV sizes, and reservation windows for each site.
Continuation of Great Smoky Mountains information covering horse campgrounds, the LeConte Lodge, hiking permits, special events like the Firefly Viewing Lottery, and day-use areas such as picnic pavilions and Spence Cabin with group size limits and reservation links.
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This saved me HOURS of research. I was planning a trip to Colorado and had no idea what needed reservations or when. Having everything in one place made planning so much less stressful.
— Sarah M.
The use of these guides have helped my family and I plan for all of our National Park Adventures. The guides take the guesswork and the uncertainty out of our planning and allow us a trip that is both fun and stress free!
— Megen S.
Exactly what I wish I had last year wen I missed a campground release in Yosemite. This list tells you what to book and when without digging through multiple sites.
— Emily R.
We’re visiting multiple parks in summer and this helped us line everything up months in advance. Worth it just for the peace of mind.
— Mike D.

Who this is for

This master list is perfect if you:

  • Are planning a trip in 2026 (or beyond) and want to lock things in early
  • Feeling overwhelmed by what requires a reservation
  • Want to camp, stay in-park, hike permit routes, or do ranger/guided experiences
  • Are visiting multiple parks and need a single easy to use source to get your started
  • Don’t want to risk your dream trip because you missed a release date
I want to plan SMARTER!
Promotional image for the National Park Reservations Master List showing sample pages like park-specific guides for Big Bend, Everglades, and Capitol Reef, as well as a FAQs section. The graphic emphasizes that the guide covers all 63 U.S. national parks and includes lifetime updates, set against a tropical mountain background with lush greenery.

Why this is different from “just Googling it”

Yes, you can google all this information yourself but finding requires knowing what information you are looking for and where you might find it. 

We have compiled all of that information into one document in a clear and easily to access information. We also provide links to all the booking/information pages to save you time and effort having to hunt it down yourself.

This guide gives you clarity fast so you can plan dates, set reminders, and book what matters before it sells out.

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FAQs

We plan to update 5-10 parks a month or has otherwise required. Each page as a last updated date to help you gauge how fresh the information is. 

These dates are subject to change at any time based on NPS or concessionaire operational needs, you should double-check the reservation windows as soon as you start planning your trip.

Each page as a last updated date to help you gauge how fresh the information is. 

These dates are subject to change at any time based on NPS or concessionaire operational needs, you should double-check the reservation windows as soon as you start planning your trip.

Nope!

Once you purchase, you’ll get unlimited access.

When we make updates in the future, you’ll get an email with an update to download the latest version of the guide. 

No. Many can be visited without reservations, but popular parks/peak seasons and many activities often require them

It depends on the park and what you want to do in the park. You might need campgrounds, lodging, timed entry, backcountry permits, tours/activities, or something else.

The PDF is best viewed on a PC or tablet, but can be viewed on a phone. On a phone, you may have to zoom in to ensure you click the correct link

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF LAND

On this site, we promote travel to the United States and beyond that are the traditional lands of  Indigenous and First Nations peoples.

With respect, I make a formal land acknowledgment, extending my appreciation and respect to these lands’ past and present people.

To learn more about the people who call these lands home, I invite you to explore Native Land.

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