Special use permits are required for any activity that provides a benefit to an individual group or organization rather than the public at large. A permit is also required for an activity not initiated, sponsored, nor conducted by the National Park Service that is disruptive or potentially disruptive to normal park operations.

A $50 non-refundable application fee must be submitted with the application form for the application to be considered. If the permit is approved and issued, additional fees may be charged to recover costs incurred by the National Park Service for administering the permitted activity. 

If you are unsure if the activity you have planned requires a special use permit please call 724-329-5512 or click here to submit your question to the Special Use Coordinator.

Click here to download an "Application for Special Use Permit".
This form can be submitted on of three ways:

• Print blank form, complete with pen, sign and mail it in.
• Complete form on computer, print it, sign it and mail it in.
• Complete form on computer, submit it via e-mail by pressing "submit" at bottom of follow directions. Mail in application fee, or call Tom Markwardt at 724-329-2013 to pay with credit card.

Please note, the application will not be processed until the application fee is paid unless the superintendent has granted a waiver.

Applications for filming do not have interactive fields to complete on-line.

Click here to download an "Application for Commercial Filming/Still Photography Permit" (short form, 10-931).

Click here to download an "Application for Commercial Filming/Still Photography Permit" (long form, 10-932).

Participants in a permitted activity are required to pay the park entrance fee if they participate in activities normally covered by the fee, including interpretive services and the picnic area.