Special Use Permits (SUPs)A special-use permit is required for specific activities that go beyond a standard park visit. Select an activity below to learn more about the permit requirements and steps to obtain a permit. Application FeesThere is a $100.00 non-refundable application fee. The payment is required and must be submitted along with the application. All payment must be in the form of a cashier’s check, money order, or credit card. Personal check are not accepted. Cost Recovery FeesMost permits will incur some cost recovery fees. This amount is determined according to the complexity of the project. How to ApplyDownload, complete, and send in a Special Use Permit application. Special Use Permit applications must be received at least one month in advance and will be reviewed in the order they are received. All applications must be completed in detail and returned with the permit applications, highlighted map of area, and non-refundable application fee. A minimum of 4-5 weeks (depending on activity and volume of requests) is required to process an application and issue a permit. All activities requiring a SUP must be cleared through NPS compliance review process which may take longer than normal. Please submit requests in a timely manner. We will not “rush process” any requests. |
Last updated: February 27, 2026