Watch the route details that matter
A Yosemite wilderness trip can depend on a specific entry option, date window, and group size. A scan keeps those permit details focused instead of treating every Yosemite result as interchangeable.
Yosemite wilderness permit alerts
Watch Yosemite wilderness permit openings
Yosemite wilderness permits are often the key constraint for backpacking trips. FirstCampsite helps you monitor supported Yosemite permit results for openings that fit your date window.
Focused on supported Yosemite wilderness permit searches
Useful when trailhead or route options are unavailable
New users can use the first scan free
First scan free
Build a campsite alert
Pick a place and dates. We watch for cancellations.
Need a permit alert? Supported permit results are labeled in search. See the current permit list. Don't see your campsite or permit? .
Try Yosemite wilderness permit
Cancellation alert guide
How this helps with booked-out trips
Use backup permits deliberately
If several trailhead or itinerary options would work, build separate scans for the options you would actually book. That makes each alert clearer.
Respond quickly on Recreation.gov
FirstCampsite detects matching openings and alerts you. It does not reserve the permit, so you still complete the permit checkout on Recreation.gov.
FirstCampsite activity
Results from real campsite and permit scans
Public totals are calculated from aggregate scan records and omit user identities, contact information, and private trip dates.
Total scan requests
47
Targets requested
25
Successful scans
20
Active now
4
Common questions
Can FirstCampsite watch Yosemite wilderness permits?
Yes, for supported Yosemite wilderness permit results configured in the scan builder.
Does a scan guarantee a Yosemite permit?
No. It helps you notice a matching opening faster, but the permit must still be reserved on Recreation.gov.