Commercial Use Application

STATE OF ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF PARKS AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
NON-COMPETITIVE COMMERCIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION
A non-competitive Commercial Use Permit (CUP) is required for anyone conducting commercial activities (as defined in 11 AAC 12.990(9)*) within any park lands and waters. Examples of commercial activities include guided services, charter services, portrait photography, transportation services, outfitting, or rentals within a park.

All individuals operating commercially in State Parks are required to carry a copy of the CUP and stipulations while operating. If employees change during the year, you must submit an amendment form online for approval. The permit is only valid for the calendar year in which it was issued.

To complete this application you must provide:
- A Certificate of Commercial Liability Insurance with the Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation as additionally insured (details in General CUP Stipulations).
- List all individuals operating under the CUP along with license(s) / certificate number and expiration dates.
- List of the vehicles, boats, aircrafts, snowmachines, ATVs, etc. within any park lands and waters along with description, license plate number, N number, and AK boat registration number.
- A valid Alaskan Business License.
Allow up to 30 days for processing your application. Instructions for payment will be sent to the email address provided on the applicaiton.

Director's Order 328 Regarding Permit Fees:

A non-refundable permit application processing fee of $100

Annual permit fee of $350

An expedite fee of $100 may be charged for permits requested to be issued in less than 5 business days.

End of Season report and fees are due by December 31st of the permit year.

Boat launch passes are not included in the permit. Passes can be purchased online or by calling the Public Information Office at 907-269-8400.

For additional questions, email us at parkpermitting@alaska.gov.

STATE OF ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF PARKS AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
NON-COMPETITIVE COMMERCIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
Optional Additional Email
Phone Number*
Emergency Contact Name*
Emergency Contact Phone Number*
Mailing Address: All decals will be mailed to this location*

Street Address or PO Box

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Zip / Postal Code
Business Name*
As listed on your Alaska Business License
Business License Number*
Per AS 43.70.020(a) a business license is required for the privilege of engaging in business in the State of Alaska
I am a*

New applicantReturning applicant
LAS Number*
Your LAS number stays the same each year, it will be listed at the top of all previous State Park Commercial Use Permits.
Park Units and Services

Request all areas you would like to commercially operate in.
Add park unit(s) and service(s) - Doesn't carry over from previously issued permits*
Will you be utilizing the trails or facilities at the Eagle River Nature Center?*

YesNo
Will you be operating in the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve?*

YesNo
Will you be operating at Petroglyph State Historic Park?*

YesNo
New as of late 2025, the City and Borough of Wrangell has a Memorandum of Understanding with Alaska State Parks to manage and collect permit fees/end of season fees for activities at Petroglyph State Historic Park. Under this agreement, you will not be required to submit a separate application with the City and Borough of Wrangell for your commercial use activity at Petroglyph State Historic Park. Alaska State Parks will forward your application to the City and Borough of Wrangell for review and/or processing.
I agree and understand that by operating at the Eagle River Nature Center, I must have the Friends of Eagle River Nature Center listed as additionally insured on my insurance policy. The address is the following: Friends of Eagle River Nature Center, Inc., 32750 Eagle River Road, Eagle River, AK 99577*

I agree and understand
I agree and understand that by operating at the Eagle River Nature Center, I am responsible for paying Friends of Eagle River Nature Center's day-use parking fees.*

I agree and understand
I agree and understand that by operating at the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, I must attend the Annual Orientation Meeting. Area staff will contact you once the meeting dates have been set.*

I agree and understand
I agree and understand that by operating at Petroglyph State Historic Park, I must have the City and Borough of Wrangell listed as additionally insured on my insurance policy. The address is the following: City and Borough of Wrangell, P.O. Box 531, Wrangell, AK 99929*

I agree and understand
I agree and understand that by operating at Petroglyph State Historic Park, I am responsible for paying End of Season fees for Petroglyph specific activities directly to the City and Borough of Wrangell by December 31st.*

I agree and understand
Provide activity descriptions for all services offered. Be sure to include descriptions of any activities not listed above.*
Example: I plan on taking groups of 6 hiking into the Chena River State Recreation Area. With stops at waysides along the way for photos and lunch. Plan on offering 3 tours a week.
Optional, for each proposed service, attach trip itineraries, safety plan, topographic or other maps showing trail routes (starting and ending points), camping locations, activity areas etc. List landing sites with GPS coordinates (for aircraft operations) and include other descriptive information as necessary.

File format should be Excel or PDF. No Google docs or Google Drive links.
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Estimated number of clients per day*
Estimated number of clients for the season*
Does this activity require overnight stays in the park?*

YesNo
How many nights per trip?*
Months of Operation (check all that apply)*

JanuraryFeburaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Vehicles, Boats, Aircrafts, Snowmachines, ATVs, etc.

List all vehicles, boats, aircrafts, etc., to be used for commercial activities on park lands and waters. List N/A on license plate information for ATVs, snowmachines, rafts, or other. Paddle craft are not required to be listed.
Add vehicles, boats, aircrafts, etc. - Doesn't carry over from previously issued permits*

YesNo
I would like to include

Less than 10 vehicles, boats, aircrafts, etc.More than 10 vehicles, boats, aircrafts, etc.
Add vehicles, boats, aircrafts, etc.
If you have more than 10 vehicles, boats, aircrafts, etc. to include, attach a file with an organized list of the vehicle type, color, make/model/year, capacity, and license plate # or AK boat registration #. *

File format should be Excel or PDF. No Google docs or Google Drive links.
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Individuals Operating Within the Park

List all individuals (owners, employees, operators, guides, etc.) that will be operating in a State Park under this permit. New and seasonal employees can be added later by submitting an amendment.
I would like to add - be sure to include yourself here*

Less than 10 individuals to my permitMore than 10 individuals to my permit
Attach an organized list that includes name, title, driver's license #, first aid certification, and licenses associated with their role such as big game guide #, ADFG fishing guide #, fishing/hunting license #, and/or airmen certification #. *

File format should be Excel or PDF. No Google docs or Google Drive links.
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Add Individual*
Applicant History

Currently or within the past 5 years has the company (entity), its owners, or any employees/guides who have or will be expected to operate within state parks been convicted, pled no contest, forfeited collateral, or are currently under charges for violations of any commercial permit or had a commercial permit revoked; any state, federal, or local law; or any law related to fish or game?
YesNo
Provide the individual's name, date of charge(s), list of charge(s), location of incident, court, and action taken for each violation.*
Attach additional information about applicant history if necessary.

File format should be Excel or PDF. No Google docs or Google Drive links.
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Commercial Use Permit Stipulations
General Stipulations
Park Unit Specific Stipulations
Commercial General Liability Insurance
Example of an insurance policy on an ACORD form that meets the requirement.
Insurance Required. Without limiting indemnification, commercial operators providing services in park lands and waters must maintain liability insurance with coverage and limits adequate to protect both the Permittee and the State (including its officers, agents, and employees) from liabilities arising from operations on park lands and waters. A Certificate of Insurance (COI), on an ACORD form, must be submitted with the permit application. The COI must designate the State of Alaska as the additional named insured with respect to the Permittee’s operations on or in conjunction with the permitted premises, using the following address:

State of Alaska
Department of Natural Resources
Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation
550 West 7th Ave., Suite 1380
Anchorage, AK 99501

The COI must include provisions for notice of cancellation, non-renewal, or material change as required by the policy. Insurance must be maintained continuously throughout the permit term. Policies must be written on an “occurrence” basis unless otherwise approved by the Department of Administration, Division of Risk Management. Failure to provide or maintain satisfactory insurance is a material breach and may result in permit suspension or revocation.
Attach a Certificate of Commercial General Liability Insurance that meets the requirement stated above and lists the Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation as additionally insured.*

File format should be Excel or PDF. No Google docs or Google Drive links.
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Attach a Certificate of Commercial General Liability Insurance that lists Friends of Eagle River Nature Center, Inc. as additionally insured.*

File format should be Excel or PDF. No Google docs or Google Drive links.
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Attach a Certificate of Commercial General Liability Insurance that lists the City and Borough of Wrangell as additionally insured.*

File format should be Excel or PDF. No Google docs or Google Drive links.
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Signature
I, the permitee, attest the information submitted on this form and any attachments are true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge. The permittee has read and agreed to the stipulations of this permit and understands that the breach of any of the stipulations is cause for revocation or suspension. By signing this form, the permittee, its agents, and employees agree to conduct the authorized activities under this permit in accordance with the attached general stipulations and park unit specific stipulations that are incorporated upon the issuance of this permit. Information supplied in this application is available for public record through a public records request.
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STATE OF ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCESDIVISION OF PARKS AND OUTDOOR RECREATIONNON-COMPETITIVE COMMERCIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION

STATE OF ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCESDIVISION OF PARKS AND OUTDOOR RECREATIONNON-COMPETITIVE COMMERCIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION

Vehicles, Boats, Aircrafts, Snowmachines, ATVs, etc.

Individuals Operating Within the Park

Commercial Use Permit Stipulations

Commercial General Liability Insurance

Signature

STATE OF ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF PARKS AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
NON-COMPETITIVE COMMERCIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION

STATE OF ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF PARKS AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
NON-COMPETITIVE COMMERCIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION