Commercial Use Authorization Applications & Requirements

The following documents must be submitted to Commercial Services Coordinator as part of the application package between January 1 and February 28 of each year. Applications will be accepted after the open period but will have late fees applied. Applications received during the following periods will be subject to the late fee listed: March 1 through June 30—$100; July 1 through September 30—$200; October 1 through December 31—$300.

  1. Application
  2. Taxpayer Identification Number
  3. Include copies of business licensing
  4. Insurance coverage
  5. Non-refundable application fee of $50.00. More fees may apply if application is approved. Permit applicants have an option to send in the payment by mail or receive an electronic bill to pay online.

The following documents must be submitted as part of the application package no later than 30 days prior to planned event.

  1. Application
  2. Taxpayer Identification Number
  3. Include copies of business licensing
  4. Insurance coverage
  5. Non-refundable application fee of $50.00 . More fees may apply if application is approved. Permit applicants have an option to send in the payment by mail or receive an electronic bill to pay online.


Completed application packages may be emailed to tish_neal@nps.gov or mailed to:

Obed Wild & Scenic River
PO Box 429
Wartburg, TN 37887

Attention: Commercial Services Coordinator

If you have questions or comments, send us an email.

Last updated: December 29, 2023

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Mailing Address:

P.O. Box 429
Wartburg, TN 37887

Phone:

423 346-6294

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