Photography Permits
Washoe County Parks encourages the use of parks for recreational, publicity, and commercial photography.
If you would like to apply for a Photography Permit, please complete the Photography Permit Application and Hold Harmless. The form may be automatically emailed to Washoe County Regional Parks. Contact Park Reservations with any questions.
Persons may photograph in County parks without a permit providing:
- Professional sets, groups of actors or large equipment is not involved. Simple props and/or use of one or two models for non-commercial purposes is permissible.
- The photography does not:
- interfere with visitor use/enjoyment of the park
- disturb or require the rearrangement of any features of the park
- take place outside of normal hours the park is open to the public
- Park rules and regulations are complied with at all times
- The photography is related to a facility rental. There is no charge during the time indicated on the rental permit (e.g. weddings, graduation party)
A Photography permit is required for:
- Professional Photography (1-25 people)
- e.g. studio/photographer for hire, photography with the intent to sell photos
- $35/event
- Professional Photography (26 - 100 people)
- e.g. studio/photographer for hire, photography with the intent to sell photos
- $120/event
- Commercial Productions - e.g. television, advertisements, movies, documentaries
- $200 - $10,000/event
- $200 - $10,000/event
- An Annual Permit is also available for Professional Photography (1-25 people only)
- $175/year