Permits

Even small weddings in the park require a permit.

Special Use Permits
There are several types of special use permits necessary for certain activities/events held at Hot Springs National Park. The links below provide you with information regarding such permits. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to open these files.

Special Events - (Weddings, Assemblies, Events, etc.)

• Guidelines for Special Use Permits (pdf)
• Guidelines for Non-Competitive Walks/Runs (pdf), Map (pdf)
• Guidelines for Informal Wedding Ceremonies (pdf)
• Special Use Permit Application (pdf)

Filming/Photography

• Commercial Filming and Photography Guidelines (pdf)
• Application Small Project (pdf)
• Application Large Project (pdf)

First Amendment-Public Assemblies and Distribution of Printed Matter

• Guidelines for First Amendment Activity - Public Assemblies (pdf)
• Guidelines for First Amendment Activity - Distribution of Printed Matter (pdf)
• Map - First Amendment Designated Areas (pdf)
• First Amendment Application (pdf)

If you have any questions or require further information, please contact Park Permits Office by e-mail or at (voice) 501-623-2824 or fax at 501-620-6778.