Can I fly a drone at Mount Rushmore?

The Legal Implications of Drone Usage at Mount Rushmore The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) prohibits the use of drones within this area, as well as within the boundaries of the memorial itself. This means that drones cannot be flown over, around, or within the boundaries of the memorial.



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To fly a drone as a hobbyist in the state of South Dakota (i.e. for fun / pleasure) you are required by the FAA to take The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST). You are also required to follow the FAA's recreational model aircraft rules.

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Guidelines for Safe and Courteous Drone Operation On or Above South Dakota State Park Lands: Fly in a manner that respects privacy. Do not fly over people or groups of people (ie. campgrounds, beaches or playgrounds, festivals or gatherings when people are present).

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Currently, the use of drones is prohibited in Grand Canyon and all National Parks.

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Launching, operating, or landing an unmanned or remote controlled aircraft within Badlands National Park is prohibited (36 CFR 1.5 Closures & Public Limits). Unmanned or remote controlled aircraft, popularly known as drones, may not be utilized in the park. Drones pose a safety risk to both visitors and wildlife.

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Yellowstone National Park Drone Law Drone use is generally banned in Yellowstone National Park. It is possible to obtain a permit for commercial drone use in Yellowstone national park on a case by case basis. If you have obtained a permit there are several drone laws that need to be followed when flying in the park.

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But there are also areas that are completely off limits. The US has federal, state, and local laws that tightly regulate airspace. These no fly zones, sometimes called “no drone zones,” include airports, stadiums, concert halls, prisons, wildlife preserves, and more.

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According to the NPS, drones are prohibited in all national parks, including Glacier National Park, unless a special use permit has been obtained. These permits are typically only granted for scientific research, search and rescue operations, or other official purposes.

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UAS are considered “mechanized” equipment and aircraft -- and consequently cannot fly over, take off from, or land in, congressionally designated Wilderness Areas. See Wilderness Areas on the Mt. Hood National Forest.

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If you fly a drone in an NPS-administered park, you risk interfering with the flora and fauna of the location. You can also disturb park visitors, hikers, bikers, camping tourists, etc. Drone pilots caught breaking the rules will be fined $5,000 and risk up to six months in jail.

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If you fly a drone in an NPS-administered park, you risk interfering with the flora and fauna of the location. You can also disturb park visitors, hikers, bikers, camping tourists, etc. Drone pilots caught breaking the rules will be fined $5,000 and risk up to six months in jail.

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