Special Permits & Fees

The National Park Service (NPS) requires permits for business activities in NPS areas to protect the park visitor, the business operator, the federal government from liability, and to ensure that commercial activities in the parks are appropriate. Title 36 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 5.3 prohibits business activity in NPS areas without a permit.

Activites requiring special permits and fees include:

• Group Camping (7 or more people)
• Weddings
• Commercial Filming or Still Photography
• Commercial Services (tour groups, outfitters, etc)
• Special Events
• Any activity outside of normal park use

 

Small party camping, overnight boating, or scuba diving activities require regular use permits, but no special permit or fees.

To inquire about special permits, and/or to pay a special permit fee, email [e-mail]

 

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  Commercial Use Authorizations

  Commerical use authorizations are required for any for-profit groups such as camps, outfitters, or tour groups.

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  Commercial Filming or Still Photography

  All commercial filming or commercial still photography requires a permit and associated fees.

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  Group Camping

  Groups of 7 or more people need a group camping permit and advance reservations.