Photo Permit Policy and Application

Stanley Park welcomes visitors to enjoy the beauty of the park and capture memories through photography.

Because Stanley Park is a privately operated nonprofit park, planned portrait photography sessions using the Park’s scenery, gardens, flowers, trees, bridges, ponds, walkways, and landscaped areas as a backdrop may require a Photo Permit.

Permit fees help support the maintenance, preservation, and operation of Stanley Park for the enjoyment of all visitors. Park reservations and approval by the Stanley Park Office are required before issuance of a permit.

This policy is for photographers or video companies requesting to use Stanley Park commercially or for the sole purpose of using the park for photography. Issuance of permits requires approval from the Managing Director or designee.

A permit is not required for:

• Casual visitor photography
• Informal snapshots taken during a normal park visit
• Visitors taking occasional cellphone photos
• Family or group photos taken spontaneously during a walk or picnic
• Hobby photography that is not part of a planned portrait session
• Photography during public events unless otherwise restricted

A Photo Permit is generally required for planned portrait photography sessions conducted at Stanley Park, including but not limited to:

• Engagement photos
• Wedding photography
• Prom or senior portraits
• Graduation photos
• Quinceañera photography
• Family portrait sessions
• Maternity photography
• Holiday card photography
• Organized or scheduled photography sessions
• Commercial photography or videography
• Photography sessions involving props, lighting equipment, backdrops, or staged setups

Park reservations must be made before the issuance of a permit. Photo permit applications can be emailed to stanleypark@stanleypark.org.

Fees:

• Annual Permit - ^$250
• 1 Hour Permit - ^$75
• Buy 2, Get 1 Free - ^$150

Please Note: Proof of Insurance Coverage May Be Required.

Additional Rules

1. Photography sessions cannot interfere with regular operations of the park, and the permit issued does not preclude the general public access to the area being used.
2. Production companies must comply with local and state regulations and possess liability insurance.
3. Photographers or guests hiring a photographer/production company must have permits while conducting sessions. Permits should be presented to Park Rangers and Stanley Park Staff as requested.
4. Photography Permits will not be issued if the request interferes with regular park operations or presents safety concerns.
5. Drone photography is prohibited.
6. Large props, tents, lighting setups, or staged equipment must be approved in advance.
7. Stanley Park reserves the right to deny or revoke photography privileges for safety, operational, preservation, or behavioral concerns.