Pikes Peak Region
Drone
County drone rules and FAA rules apply.
Morning golden hour
7:27 AM – 8:02 AM
Light from the S · 6670°
Evening golden hour
5:23 PM – 5:58 PM
Light from the W · 14307°
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
Casual personal photography follows normal site rules.
Portrait or hired shoots
Commercial photography should be coordinated through El Paso County Parks.
Commercial, brand, or film
Filming on El Paso County park property requires county approval.
Drone
County drone rules and FAA rules apply.
Fee or rate
Film permit guidance lists $100 per permit per day for El Paso County parks
Permit path: COMMERCIAL_PERMIT
Policies change. Confirm with the listed authority before you shoot.
Included
Access
COMMERCIAL_PERMIT. Apply in advance. Historic masonry, water flow, trail access and site preservation constrain equipment and staging.