Can I fly my drone in Yellowstone National Park?

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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For a safe and enjoyable visit, please know these park regulations and safety advisories. For more regulations see Grand Teton Superintendents Compendium and Code of Federal Regualtions above. Launching, landing, or operating an unmanned aircraft, such as a drone, is prohibited.

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You can not fly with any UAS in a national park unless you got your P. 107/Drone Pilot license, a permit and a waiver from the FAA. Other than that, without the waiver and permit you can NOT fly in a national park at all.

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

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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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Out of safety concerns for guests, employees and resort property, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort prohibits the operation or use of unmanned aerial vehicles, or aerial drones, by the general public - including recreational users and hobbyists.

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The use of remotely piloted aircraft, or drones, inside of Devils Tower National Monument is prohibited.

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Launching, landing, or operating an unmanned aircraft from or on lands and waters administered by the National Park Service (NPS) within the boundaries of Crater Lake National Park is prohibited except as approved in writing by the superintendent.

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Advisory regarding flights over charted National Park Service areas, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service areas, or U.S. Forest Service areas. All aircraft are requested to maintain a minimum altitude of 2,000 feet above the surface of lands and waters administered by the NPS, UFWS, or USFS Wilderness areas.

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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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Use of remote-controlled equipment (including but not limited to helicopters, drones, and other aircraft-based equipment) within Zion National Park is prohibited. For more information visit the NPS Unmanned Aircraft webpage.

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