Permits & Reservations

Filming and Still Photography

UPDATE: On March 14, 2025 the NPS must implement Section 125 of the EXPLORE Act (Public Law 118-234) as it relates to the management of filming, still photography, and audio recording in park areas. All filming, still photography, and audio recording activity is treated the same under Section 125 of the EXPLORE Act. It does not matter whether the activity is commercial, non-commercial, for content creation, by a student, or conducted by media or for news gathering.
When filming, photography, and sound recording activities occur in national parks, they must be consistent with the protection of park resources and avoid conflict with public use and enjoyment of the park. Questions and answers about filming and photograpy may be found at Filming & Still Photography Permits (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov)

For more information on Filming and Still Photography at Golden Spike National Historical Park.

Special Use Permit

Who needs a Special Use Permit?

• Special events that demonstrate a meaningful association with the park area and its significance, such as organized group gatherings, celebrations, and club meetings.
• First Amendment Activities such as speeches, church services, vigils and other activities designed to communicate a message.
• Commercial filming and photography.

For more information on Special Use Permits at Golden Spike National Historical Park.