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Fire Restrictions in effect
Smoking is prohibited except within an enclosed vehicle. Charcoal fires are permitted only in provided grills in the campground and picnic areas. No wood fires. Gas stoves are permitted only in campground and picnic areas. All fireworks are prohibited.
Special Use Permits
COURTESY OF CHAD MAHLUM PORTRAIT DESIGN Happily ever after at Colorado National Monument PLANNING SPECIAL EVENTS Weddings, Family Reunions, Memorial Services, and Other Site-Specific Celebrations Weddings and other planned gatherings are permitted in Colorado National Monument in four locations: (1) the vicinity of the Book Cliffs View shelter, (2) the Saddlehorn Picnic Area, (3) the Devils Kitchen Picnic Area, and (4) the Saddlehorn Amphitheater. The Book Cliffs View area is the most popular site for weddings due to the beautiful views at that location. A special use permit is required and entrance fee policies apply. No area is closed to the public during the three hour period for which the permit is valid. Only one permit will be issued for a specific site and time. Information to assist with planning your event: The number of participants may be limited depending on the selected location. The Devils Kitchen Picnic Area has 15 tables and 6 grills, the Saddlehorn Picnic Area has 45 tables and 18 grills, the Saddlehorn Amphitheater seats 250 people and the Book Cliffs View area can accommodate approximately 150 people. The shelter at Book Cliffs View can hold approximately 50 people in and around the shelter. Please visit the site to determine suitability for your event. Fee Schedule: Fees are non-refundable. Wedding permit (3 hours) - $100.00 Picnic or memorial service permit (15 people or more for 3 hours) - $50.00 Picnic or memorial service permit (14 people or less for 3 hours) - $25.00 Conditions for a Special Use Permit: The conditions that apply to a permit are listed along with the application. There may be additional conditions for certain permits. Please be sure to read and understand them. How to Apply Complete the Application and Conditions for Special Use Permit, sign the application and the conditions of the permit, include payment, and mail or fax it to the attention of the Special Use Permit Administrator. We accept Mastercard, Visa, Discover, and American Express and will need the card number, expiration date, and the 3 or 4 digit code on the back of the card. You may choose to call in the credit card information to 970-858-3617 ext. 300. Make checks payable to Colorado National Monument and include either your social security number or tax identification number on the check. Mail to: Colorado National Monument Other Information: For information about planning a wedding in the Grand Junction and Fruita areas (licenses, reception facilities, etc.), please visit these websites: Grand Junction Visitor and Convention Bureau and the City of Fruita. |
Did You Know?
John Otto's efforts almost a century ago continue to help visitors experience Colorado National Monument. Of the 40 miles of trails available to hikers in the monument, many of them were first built by original park custodian John Otto. More...