Permits are required for certain special uses of the park. Permits are required for short-term activities which provide a benefit to an individual, group, or organization rather than to the public at large; which require written authorization and some degree of management control from the NPS in order to protect park resources and the public interest; and which are not prohibited by law or regulation.

Permits are required for

• special events such as weddings, memorial services, and sports-related events. Fees and duration of the permit vary according to the activity. A nonrefundable $50.00 processing fee made payable to "National Park Service" must accompany your completed application for a special use permit. 
• commercial filming and photography. 
• hunting or trapping.
• fishing.
• commercial use authorization to do business in the park. Click for general information or an application.
• research. You can view park research projects and guidelines and submit an application at the National Park Service research website. For more information, email the park to find out if your project requires a permit.
• oil and gas surveying or pipeline maintenance.

For more information, see the Superintendent's Orders, call 504-589-3882 ext. 108, or email the park.