Private Photography/Videography
Photographers/videographers hired for private use, such as wedding or senior class
photographs, are required to apply. There is no fee.
Educational Photography/Videography
Educational class projects, verified by the school’s department head, are required to apply. There is no fee.
Motor Vehicle Permit
A valid Motor Vehicle Permit is required to enter the parks. Cost for residents of Hamilton County: $10 annual/$5 daily; other visitors: $16 annual/$8 daily. Otto Armleder Memorial Park and Fernbank Park are cooperative ventures with the City of Cincinnati; a Motor Vehicle Permit is not required. A Motor Vehicle Permit is not required at Great Parks Nature Center at The Summit. Package Motor Vehicle Permits are available for larger groups (call for price).
Security Options:
Security can be provided by Great Parks of Hamilton County Rangers at their current hourly rate with a minimum 48-hour notice. Outside security companies are not permitted. Please contact the Ranger Department at 513-521-3980 for additional information and requirements.
Regulations for All Photographers:
- The photography policy is nontransferable and a confirmation letter must be in possession on the site during shoot.
- All Great Parks of Hamilton County by-laws must be followed.
- The holder of the application is liable for any damage to park property.
- No vehicles are permitted on grass, sidewalks or other park areas not designated as vehicle parking areas, unless authorized by the Park Manager prior to the shoot.
- No photography is permitted in nature/wildlife management areas or areas not open to the public.
- Any misuse of park property or failure to comply with Great Parks of Hamilton County regulations will result in revocation of photography permit and expulsion from the property.
- Any use of a “prop” that may resemble a weapon must be indicated on the application and will require Great Parks Executive Director written authorization.
- Park visitors are not to be prevented from using park facilities and amenities as a result of the shoot. Photos or films must not include any park visitors without their prior permission.
- Great Parks of Hamilton County, its parks, facilities, and signs are not to be identifiable in the final product of commercial photography.
- It should be clearly understood that Great Parks of Hamilton County in no way endorses any product or service connected with commercial photography.