Special Use Permits
Many activities and events that take place on national forest lands are considered special uses and require a permit from the Forest Service. This page provides more information on specific types of permits.
Outfitter Guide
If you plan to provide outfitted and guided activities you need a permit. Request a New Permit or Renew an Expiring One!
Recreation Events
Your recreation event needs a permit.
Research Activities
Research activities on lands managed by the Cibola National Forest and Grasslands may require a special use permit.
Non-Commercial Group Use Events
Find out what qualifies as a non-commercial permit!
Filming and Photography
Commercial Filming and Photography requires a permit
Other Types of Special Use Permits
Land uses including:
- Utilities
- Water Transmission/Storage
- Scientific research
- Filming and Commercial Photography
- Service Buildings
- Road/Driveway Permits
- Signs/Monuments
- Resort Permit Amendments
- Current Priority Use Permit Amendments
- Communication Sites
- Recreation Residence Improvements
Submit ALL proposals and applications at least 180 days ahead of your intended start of operations. Complex proposals will likely take longer than 180 days to process.