Crater Lake National Park Elopement Permit Guide

Special Use Permit required. $50 non refundable application fee submitted with the application, plus an additional $50 non refundable administrative fee u…

Permit Requirements

Special Use Permit required. $50 non refundable application fee submitted with the application, plus an additional $50 non refundable administrative fee upon approval (monitoring fees may apply). A minimum of 8 weeks lead time is suggested. Prohibited: amplified music and portable stereos, throwing of rice, seeds, flowers, balloons, or butterfly releases. No ceremonies at Crater Lake Lodge or its verandas. Generators and electricity are not available. Couples must provide their own chairs and carry out trash. Rim Drive is typically closed October through late June due to snow. Mail applicatio…

Permit required
Yes
Permit fee
$50 application fee plus $50 administrative fee upon approval ($100 total). Monitoring fees may apply.
Maximum group size
25 people
Information last verified
April 2026
Official application
https://www.nps.gov/crla/planyourvisit/wedding-ceremonies-permit-information.htm

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