Welcome to Mount Rainier's Commercial Services Information PageApproximately 80 companies provide a wide variety of commercial services in Mount Rainier National Park. These services are limited to those companies having specific authorization, usually in the form of a Concessions Contract or Commercial Use Authorization (CUA). Federal regulations prohibit engaging in or soliciting any business in the park areas, except in accordance with the provisions of a written agreement with the United States. As in other National Park Service areas, commercial services may be provided only by those holding an authorization from the United States. ![]() NPS Photo Mount Rainier Authorized Commercial ServicesConcession Contracts
Commercial Tour Entrance FeesCommercial tour fees are charged only to commercial organizations, such as tour companies. The fee is determined by the seating capacity of the vehicle, from sedans to motor coaches. For prices, see the Fees & Passes webpage (commercial tour fees listed under Entrance Passes). Commercial Use AuthorizationsCurrent CUA holders
CUA ApplicationsDate CUA applications are accepted: Mount Rainier National Park begins accepting applications annually starting September 1 for CUAs. Note the alternate years depending on the activity as follows: Starting September 1, 2024, the CUA program will begin accepting applications for:
Monthly rounds: The park limits the number of CUAs issued for each activity. Applications for CUAs will be accepted in monthly rounds. The September round will accept applications postmarked between September 1 and September 30. Any remaining CUAs that were not issued in September will be available for the October round. Those applications postmarked October 1 through October 31 will be considered in the October round. After October, it is first-come, first-served for any remaining CUAs.
Only applications currently available on the online portal (and must be submitted through the online portal):
Apply for a CUA with a PDF application: Please read the Application Instructions and Attachments A through G before applying for a CUA. Applications must be emailed to the park at mora_commercial_services@nps.gov. All items listed for your activity in the Application’s Special Park Conditions and Attachments A through G, must be in your application packet to qualify for a CUA. CUA Application - Form 10-550 CUA Annual Report - Form 10-660 (Annual Reports are required for each CUA activity on a separate form.) CUA News Release - June 18, 2024
For Application, Management, and Annual Fee - Go to Pay.gov. In the Pay.gov search bar type "Rainier" to pull up a list of Pay.gov choices for Mount Rainier National Park. Select the fee you would like to pay. The Wilderness Reservation Fee and Monitoring Fee will be invoiced directly. ![]() NPS Photo National Park Service Commercial Services "Through the use of concession contracts or commercial use authorizations, the National Park Service will provide commercial visitor service that are necessary and appropriate for public use and enjoyment. Concession operations will be consistent to the highest practicable degree with the preservation and conservation of resources and values of the park unit. Concession operations will demonstrate sound environmental management and stewardship." (NPS Management Policies, Chapter 10). Frequently Asked QuestionsCan you explain a bit more? How do I apply for a Commercial Use Authorization? What about Non-Profits? |
Last updated: March 7, 2025