Make sure you contact the park before you plan your next film project or photography session.
Activities that may affect park operations or the experience of visitors require a permit. Some activities that require permits include, but are not limited to:
First Amendment Activities (Demonstrations, Literature Distribution, etc.)
Weddings and Parties
Commercial Filming
Commercial Activities (Professional Photography, Road Service, Bus Tours, etc.)
Applications for permit activities are linked at the bottom of the page. All applications, except for First Amendment activities, require a fifty dollar ($50.00), non-refundable fee that does not guarantee permit approval.
The cost of a permitis calculated to recover personnel and resource management costs associated with the activity. Commercial filming permits also require the payment of a location fee (see the tables below).
Commercial Filming Permit Costs
Number of People
Cost Per Day
1-10 people
$150
11-30 people
$250
31-50
$500
51-people or more
$750
Commercial Photography Permit Costs
Number of People
Cost Per Day
1-10 people
$50
11-30 people
$150
31 people or more
$250
Permit Applications
Please contact the park to determine which permit you should fill out.
