Permits
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In general, permits are needed whenever the possibility exists for disruption of visitor services, for damage to park resources, or if the activity is to take place in areas not open to the public or before or after normal visitation hours. Also, contact the Special Use Permit Coordinator for permission to commercially film park staff. Examples where a permit is required include, but are not limited to, the following:
Weddings - No weddings may be held at the fort or on Rattlesnake Island. Locations which have been used in the past include the boardwalk nature trail, the picnic area, ocean beach, and river beach. Detailed Wedding Information for Fort Matanzas National Monument Other Permits -- Photography - A permit is required for filming or photography that involves the use of a model (or any on-camera talent), sets, props, or equipment that would exceed normal visitor use. Information for Photography Research - A permit is required for any collection of data or physical items. Contact the District Ranger for more information. For questions regarding any of these special use permits at Fort Matanzas, e-mail the Fort Matanzas National Monument District Ranger. |
Did You Know?
Fort Matanzas was designated as a National Monument by President Calvin Coolidge on October 15, 1924. The same stroke of the pen created four other National Monuments including the Castillo de San Marcos, Ft. Pulaski, and the Statue of Liberty. Ft Matanzas National Monument, Florida