Permits & Reservations

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 Fees

There 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 Fees

Most permits will incur some cost recovery fees. This amount is determined according to the complexity of the project.

How to Apply

Download, 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.

Submitting Special Use Permit Applications may be done by email, mail, UPS, or FedEx.

If you are not familiar with Bandelier, a pre-visit is encouraged. The location where the event is to take place needs to be determined before the day of the event. There may be special restrictions in the area that could limit access.

Email:
BAND_permits@nps.gov

Mail:
Special Use Permits Office
90 Villa Louis Martin Dr
Jemez Springs, NM 87025

Last updated: February 27, 2026

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

Bandelier National Monument
15 Entrance Road

Los Alamos, NM 87544

Phone:

505 672-3861 x0

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