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Special Use Permits
- Stationary Event at a Single Location (e.g. picnics, family reunions)
- Events on Hiking Trails, Bike Paths, Carriage Roads, and Motor Roads
- First Amendment Activities
- Memorialization Permit
- Weddings
- Commercial Filming/Photography
- Miscellaneous Activities
- Where to Send Your Permit Application
Other Types of Permits
Permits
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Special Use Permits Stationary Event at a Single Location (e.g. picnics, family reunions) Events in the Mount Desert Island District of Acadia Events in the Schoodic District of Acadia Click here to download a Special Use Permit application. Events on Hiking Trails, Bike Paths, Carriage Roads, and Motor Roads Events in the Mount Desert Island District of Acadia Events in the Schoodic District of Acadia Click here to download a Special Use Permit application. First Amendment Activities Freedom of speech, press, religion, and assembly are Constitutional Rights. However, the courts have recognized that activities associated with the exercise of these rights may be reasonably regulated to protect park resources. Therefore, all First Amendment activities with over 25 participants require special use permits, and the park may regulate the time, place, and manner in which they are conducted. First Amendment activities with less than 25 participants who utilize designated areas do not require a permit. First Amendment permit requests will be processed within two business days. Some examples of special events that require permits are:
Memorialization Permit A permit is required for the scattering of ashes. There is no charge for a memorial permit. Click here to download a Special Use Permit application.Weddings The park's inspiring vistas and natural settings are ideally suited for small, informal weddings. All weddings with over 10 participants require an approved wedding permit. For more information and to download a wedding application, see Weddings.
Commercial Filming/Photography
A commercial filming/photography permit is required for any filming or photography involving models, sets, or props. For more information about photography and filming permits, including restrictions and application procedures, visit our Commercial Filming and Photography page. Download an Application Form
Miscellaneous Activities
Other activities may require permits if there is the potential for interference with visitor use, congestion of highly visited areas, or possible impacts on park resources. Where to Send Your Permit Application Send completed Special Use Permit applications to: Acadia National Park Special instructions are listed on the application forms; please read them carefully. A completed application must be accompanied by an application fee of $50 in the form of a cashier's check or money order made payable to the National Park Service. The application fee is non-refundable unless it is determined that your event does not require a Special Use Permit. Other Types of Permits Some additional activities require permits as well, but these permits are administered separately from special use permits. For more information about obtaining authorization for these activities, please follow the links provided.
2017 Application for Special Use Permits These is the application form for all Special Use Permits. The only exception is for Commercial Filming/ Photography (note Short Form and Long Forms above). There are some specific examples where you will be advised to use the following form. Do not use this form unless you are advised to do so: Application for Special Use Permit (Long Form 2017) |
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Last updated: February 1, 2017