OLYMPIC NATIONAL PARK
COMMERCIAL USE AUTHORIZATION
SPECIFIC ACTIVITY CONDITIONS
Activity: Transportation – Shuttle Services. These conditions are applicable to all authorized activities and areas listed on this authorization.
Authorized Services – The commercial activity authorized by this authorization is Transportation – Shuttle Services within authorized areas and on established trails within Olympic National Park. No other activities are authorized under this permit.
Parking and Loading/Unloading -Vehicles must park in a designated parking spot. Vehicles may only idle during active loading and unloading.
Area Use – This authorization is applicable only for the use of the area, terms, and conditions designated herein. The area(s) authorized for use under this authorization must be left in substantially the same condition as it was prior to the activities authorized herein.
Approved Locations/Travel – To be filled out following applications:
Park Entrance Fee –
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Individuals participating in the activity will pay the individual per-person entrance fee.
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Annual and lifetime federal recreational land passes are accepted. These passes are good for the owner(s) of the pass plus three additional adults 16 and over who are part of the same party.
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Children under 16 are not charged.
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Individuals or groups who have previously paid the entrance fee must show proof of prior payment.
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Appropriate commercial non-road-based tour fees will be calculated and charged upon entry. The vehicle and driver/guide have free entry into the park.
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The CUA holder and/or guides may not use personal annual or lifetime federal recreational land passes to gain entry to the park for themselves or their customers when conducting business.
When entering the park each time, permittees must identify themselves; show a copy of the CUA, and state that they are transporting visitors. This will enable the entrance station personnel to verify that you are on the approved list for commercial activities and are to be charged the correct commercial fee. If the entrance station is closed, arrangements should be made to pay fees.
Employee Training – Drivers must be a responsible employee who knows the park rules, regulations, and resources; is knowledgeable of the provisions of this authorization and has the ability to provide competent leadership in the park so that the service can be conducted professionally.
Violations – Violations of park regulations or the terms of this permit may result in the suspension of privileges granted by this permit and could lead to appropriate fines or citations, as well as suspension or revocation.
