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Permits

Permits are required for the following forest activities:

  • Cutting firewood
  • Collecting other forest products, such as Christmas trees
  • Commercial photography and filming
  • Certain events (such as large parties and weddings)
  • Research
  • Outfitting and guiding services
  • Establishing and maintaining infrastructure on the forest, such as cell towers

Forest Product Permit Types

Special Use Permits

There are over 100 special-use types, however, the most common special-use permits include:

  • Commercial Photography/Filming
  • Events/Group Use of +75 People (i.e. Gatherings, Weddings, Parties.)
  • Outfitter and Guiding
  • Commercial recreation events, such as running races
  • Infrastructure, such as powerlines or cell towers

Applying for a Special Use Permit

Special-Use Authorizations to Conduct Research

What If I Have More Questions?

Please contact the local Kaibab National Forest Supervisor's Office for additional information.

Kaibab NF Supervisor's Office: 928-635-8200

For recreation special use inquiries, including family reunions/weddings, commercial recreation events such as running or bike races, and outfitters/guides, please email pdl_r3_kaibab_rec_spec_use@usda.gov 

Last updated June 18th, 2025