A Commercial Use Authorization is required in most cases for anyone doing business within the park. This includes anyone wishing to lead guided commercial activities such as horse rides, fishing trips, guided backpacking, camping, canoeing or caving trips, etc. Some activities may be managed under a Concessions Contract.
A Special Use Permit is required for special activities that take place in the park such as weddings, scattering of cremains, First Amendment activities, commercial photography, temporary food vending and other activities.
Did You Know? The Ozark hellbender is one of two species of hellbender, a giant salamander, in the United States. Ozark National Scenic Riverways is one of the few places on earth home to the Ozark species. More at www.nps.gov/ozar more...