Near the campground about 1/2 mile away at a box called the iron ranger. At 37.646241,-89.106685 you do not need to go all the way to 148 visitor center. Drop this number into Google maps 37.646241,-89.106685 and it's a self service permit box.
Go to Crab Orchard HQ of art 148 for the parking permits.
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