Photography Permit
Photographer Questions
Who needs a photography permit?
If you are a small time photographer who only sells a few photos a year, you do not need a photography permit. Photography permits are only needed for photography tours, commercial photography, filming, or special access.
What counts as commercial photography?
Photography that will be used for advertisement, promotional material, or business use.
Can I bring a photography tour group?
A tour is defined as established photographers bringing groups of people to the Bison Range for photography or filming excursions, which clients pay to attend.
Anyone bringing a photography tour must purchase a Group Photography Permit as well as a commercial day pass.
What counts as filming?
Visual recording for a market audience, such as for a documentary, television or feature film, advertisement, or similar project. Commercial advertisements, feature films, entertainment broadcasts, documentaries, promotional or educational films (including non-profit and student projects). Filming for stock footage (regardless of equipment or crew size). Time-lapse photography if the final sequence will be used in a motion picture format for commercial purposes.
Can I set up tripods?
As of 2022, the Bison Range prohibited the use of tripods off designated walking trails or parking areas for safety concerns. However, photography permits do allow tripods to be set up as long as they are not blocking traffic and are not more than 10ft from their vehicle.
Can I access the Fishing Access Trail?
The Fishing Access Trail is closed to photographers. All visitors on the trail must having fishing gear and any photography equipment larger than a phone is prohibited.
If I get a photography permit, can I get closer to the animals?
All photography permit holders are still required to follow Bison Range regulations and stay 25 yards from large animals and 100 yards from predators.
What are the different permits and fees?
Educational (K-12) …………………………………… No Fee
1 Day Photo Permit …………………………………… $60.00
30 Day Photo Permit ……………………………….. $300.00
Half Day Filming/Sound (4 hour) ………… $400.00
Full Day Filming/Sound ………………………….. $800.00
3 Day Filming/Sound (M-Th Only) ……… $2,400.00
1 Day Group (10 people per Group) ……. $400.00
1 Day Special Access …………………………….. $800.00
1 Day Interview ……………………………………….. No Fee
Photography Permit Request
Request more info on the Bison Range Photography Permit.