Visitor Use Limits

• Are there visitor use limits in Coyote Buttes?
• Why does the BLM limit visitor use in these areas?
• How come Coyote Buttes has a North and a South? What's the difference?

Permits

• Are permit fees required?
• Can I obtain a self-pay permit at the trailhead/access point?
• How do I obtain a permit online?
• How many permits are issued online?
• Why is there a lottery and how does it work?
• What are the odds of getting a permit online?
• How do I obtain a walk-in permit?
• Is it possible to get a permit without buying it in advance?
• Are there overnight permits?
• Am I limited to one trip per year?
• Am I limited to one trip per month?
• Are there limits on the total number of people per day in Coyote Buttes?
• What is the group size limit?
• How many groups may enter per day?
• Once I have my permit, can I change dates or group size?
• How long will it take to get my permit after I make my purchase?
• Are commercial guide permits available?
• Do the required permits apply to the entire wilderness?

Fees

• Are fees required?
• What are the fees?
• Does my America the Beautiful Pass give me a discount on fees?
• Does my Senior and Access Passes give me a discount on fees?
• Where do I pay my fees?
• Can I get a "raincheck" after I pay my fees?
• Are fee refunds made?

Directions, Maps, and Guidebooks

• Where can I find directions to each trailhead/access point?
• What are the driving conditions like getting to the trailheads/access points?
• Where can I find information about maps of the area?
• Where can I find information about guidebooks of the area?

Hiking

• What conditions should I expect in the canyons?
• What is the overall difficulty level of this hike?
• What about drinking water?
• This is a slot canyon, what about flash floods?
• Can I take my dog?

Pack it In, Pack it Out

• Why do I have to pack out my trash?
• What about Toilet Paper?

General

• Who do I call for additional hiking information?
• Why aren't there any signs in the canyons?
• How come there are cows in the wilderness?
• Can I ride my ATV, mountain bike, or use my hang glider?

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