Hi Dan,

I honestly have not looked into guide services for the TCT, so I’m not in a position to recommend any, but I’m sure you’d find the same information available online as I would. Good luck.

Hey Lucas,

I’ve never seen a parking pass issued with a park backcountry permit for backpackers but after reading your question, I just checked the park website and see nothing that suggests there are any restrictions on parking for multiple nights at a park trailhead while backpacking. However, I’d say it’s worth calling a backcountry office and confirming that before you go.

Thanks for that beta, Randall, you’re right, I see tiny Pass Lake on the map a short walk southeast of Fox Creek Pass and east of the Teton Crest Trail, NNE of Spearhead Peak. Good to know! Much appreciated.

Hi Michael,

I think you are correct that you’re not likely to get a walk-in permit at 2pm, but it’s still worth stopping in there to at least ask a ranger how early the line will form the next morning (if they have some idea).

As I point out in my story “How to Get a Last-Minute, National Park Backcountry Permit,” your only option for getting a permit is a walk-in, and that’s by showing up to get in line outside the visitor center really early in the morning and waiting. Have a few ideas of the route and camping zones you’d like to seek for when you speak with a ranger. You will ultimately choose from what’s available to start hiking either that day or the next day.

My e-guide “The Complete Guide to Backpacking the Teton Crest Trail” does describe several itinerary options. And I can help you plan that trip. See my Custom Trip Planning page to learn how.

Thanks for the question and keep in touch.

Do you have any recommendations on how to obtain a permit to camp and backpack the trail?