Pikes Peak Region
Drone
Drones require written consent/permit.
Morning golden hour
7:27 AM – 8:01 AM
Light from the S · 6669°
Evening golden hour
5:23 PM – 5:58 PM
Light from the W · 14308°
Calculated for this location and date, shown in local time. Sun position only — it does not account for terrain or buildings casting shade.
Checked 2026-09-14
Personal photography
Recreational personal photography does not require a permit.
Portrait or hired shoots
Professional portrait or landscape photography where the photographer is compensated but the images are not used to market a product, service or destination does not require a permit under the published park policy.
Commercial, brand, or film
Commercial advertising, marketing, real-estate and other commercial photo/video uses require a permit.
Drone
Drones require written consent/permit.
Fee or rate
Commercial city film policy lists Garden of the Gods at $500/day plus $25 application fee
Permit path: COMMERCIAL_PERMIT
Policies change. Confirm with the listed authority before you shoot.
Included
Access
COMMERCIAL_PERMIT. Apply before commercial use. Commercial permit conditions protect roads, visitors and natural resources.