Passes & Permits

Most National Forests and Grasslands are open, free of charge, for your use and enjoyment. Fees may be charged and permits required for some activities and locations. Common activities that may need a permit include: wood cutting, commercial activities, outfitter & guiding, filming, photography, large group gatherings, weddings, research and cutting a Christmas tree.

• Recreation Passes and Permits

  

  Interagency Recreation Passes are available for fee discounts at campgrounds and day use areas. There are currently no recreation permits required for public use of the San Juan National Forest.

  Buy a Pass

• Forest Product Permits

  

  Forest Product permits include but are not limited to firewood, rocks, mushrooms, post-and-pole, transplants and christmas trees.

  Permit Details

• Commercial/Special Use Permits

  

  Special use permits may be required for your commercial or non-commercial activity such as weddings, filming, photography, outfitters & guides, and commercial events (eco-challenges, dog trials, club activities, adventure games, endurance races, jeep rallies, etc.).

  How to Apply

Additional Permit Information

• Drone use on the National Forest
  • Recreational Drone Tips
  • "Where Can I Fly My Drone?" - The FAA has developed the B4UFly app showing recreational flyers where it is safe to fly their drone. The B4UFLY app is available to download for free at the App Store for iOS and Google Play store for Android.
  • News Release "Forest and Grassland Officials Remind Drone Operators About Responsible Use" 
• Off-highway vehicle (OHV) - permits required through the Colorado Parks and Wildlife