Regulations Canada Gros Morne National Park of Canada
Long Range Traverse
Hiking
Regulations on 30 October 2026
Signs at the site and later resolutions prevail; check the source.
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Permit required
Hiking · All year
In force on 30 October 2026
To maintain a high quality hiking experience and to minimize the impact of hikers on the environment, the park uses a quota system. Only 3 groups (with a maximum of 4 people per group) per day are permitted to depart on the Long Range traverse, 2 groups per day for the Northern traverse, and 1 group for the combined Northern and Long Range traverse.
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All Long Range hikers require a Backcountry Permit plus a National Park Entry Permit which must be valid for the entire duration of their stay.
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To keep your reservation, you must report to the Gros Morne National Park Visitor Centre at 2:30 p.m. the day before your scheduled departure for a safety briefing and to obtain your backcountry permit.
Published by Parks Canada, 3 Feb 2026 · Hiking in the Long Range Mountains – A Preparation Guide
In Gros Morne National Park of Canada