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Weddings, Church Services, Family Reunions, Memorial Services, and Other Site-Specific Celebrations
Marriage ceremonies, family reunions, memorial services and other site-specific celebrations require a special use permit. Events attended by more than 15 people are only permitted within the following locations in Colorado National Monument: in the vicinity of the Book Cliffs Overlook Area, the Saddlehorn and Devils Kitchen Picnic Areas and the Saddlehorn Amphitheater. Events attended by less than 15 people may be held at other locations with permission.
In general the following conditions apply for wedding, and other site-specific ceremonies:
1. The number of vehicles may be limited to reduce parking problems.
2. Entrance fees must be paid by all attendees.
3. 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 Overlook area can accommodate approximately 100 people and approximately 50 people around the shelter.
4. The duration of the ceremony is usually limited to one hour.
5. No area shall be closed to the general public during the ceremony. Exclusive use of an area is not permitted.
6. Areas normally closed to the public cannot be used, and certain sensitive resource zones cannot be used.
7. Music accompanying the event is limited to unamplified musical instruments.
8. Travel to and from the site must be via established trails and roads.
9. The use of rice, birdseed, flower petals, balloons, or any non-native plant seed is prohibited.
10. Liquor is allowed in designated picnic areas only.
11. Horns, cans tied behind cars are prohibited.
12. An approved, signed copy of the permit must be in your possession during the ceremony.
Other stipulations may be added depending on the specific nature of your request.
Fee Schedule: (fees are non-refundable)
Wedding Permit - $100.00
Picnic and Memorial Service Permit (15 people or more for 3 hours) - $50.00
Picnic and Memorial Service Permit (14 people or less for 3 hours) - $25.00
Monitoring Fee Per Hour (if applicable) - $50.00
How to Apply
Complete the and return it to the address on the form, attn. Special Use Permit Coordinator. Enclose a check or money order in the appropriate amount, made payable to the National Park Service. Please allow at least 4 days for processing.
For More Information
Colorado National Monument
Fruita, Colorado 81521
E-Mail us
(970)858-3617 ext. 364
Area Information
For information about planning a wedding in the Grand Junction and Fruita areas (licenses, reception facilities, etc.) please visit: Grand Junction Visitor and Convention Bureau and the City of Fruita website.
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