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
Crater Lake National Park Elopement Location Guide
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