Private stores in the immediate area are open all year for food, supplies and other services. Amfac Parks and Resorts, Inc. also operates a gift shop in the lodge. Some have been upgraded for accessibility, while others could be used with assistance. Because of the park's natural terrain, only a half-mile section of the Rim Trail between Sunset and Sunrise Points is wheelchair accessible. The one-mile Bristlecone Loop Trail at Rainbow Point has a hard surface and could be used with assistance, but several grades do not meet standards.
Parking is marked at all overlooks and public facilities.
Accessible campsites are available in Sunset Campground. Permits must be obtained in person and are issued at the park visitor center from 8 a.m. until two hours before sunset. No reservations are accepted. Basic Visit Recommendations Plan to spend from one to several days, depending on your personal interests. Because of the wide variety of recreational opportunities on nearby private, state and other federal lands, you can easily plan an extended vacation in this area.