DO NOT desecrate Navajo lands and violate the trust of the Navajo people by discarding cremated human remains on tribal lands. Please respect our tribal beliefs.
A permit is required by the Navajo Nation for any person conducting or providing guided tour services of any kind. Contact Navajo Parks & Recreation Department for more information or contact the park manager within the area of interest.
No dogs are allowed.
Any event held at Window Rock Tribal Park are restricted to the picnic area. Events are NOT permitted on the Veterans Memorial.
Any damages to park facilities shall result in forteiture of Security Deposit. Deposit will be returned after inspection and no damages found.
The Navajo Nation is not responsible for any injuries, accidents, or thefts of personal property during your visit. Consumption/possession of alcoholic beverages, or illegal drugs is prohibited. Reservation forms will be approved based on the order received.
Print reservation form for large group ramada.
Fax : 928-871-6637 (Attn: Carm Laughlin)
Email to : carm@navajonationparks.org
BACKCOUNTRY HIKING PERMIT
The Navajo Nation is comprised of more than 25,000 square miles and offers hikers numerous isolated trails and routes. For the safety of hikers who enter the reservation and for the protection of natural and cultural resources, the Parks and Recreation Department has implemented guidelines for backcountry use.
The trails are not improved or maintained, and are usually marked with rock claims. To reach the trailheads, topographic maps and drives over rough dirt roads are required. Roads can become impassable in wet weather, and conditions can change quickly. Travelers are cautioned to be prepared. To ensure having an enjoyable experience, plan your trip carefully. Most trails are rated strenuous to moderately strenuous, and good physical conditioning is important. Many Navajo families still live on the reservation annually, please be respectful of homesites and animals in these areas. The terrain is rough, water is scarce and the weather is often extreme in most areas.
In the summer, the trails are hot and dry; in winter, elevations make them subject to severe cold and high winds. Due to the quick changes in the weather, be aware of the dangers of flash floods. While this danger is greatest during the summer monsoon season (July through September), flash floods can occur at any time of the year.
Contact the Park Office for detailed information about the trail you will venture.
Form for : Requesting for Hiking/Camping Permit
Backcountry permit FEES: $5.00 per person, per day.
PHOTOGRAPHY & FILMING PERMIT
The Navajo Parks and Recreation Department was established by the Advisory Committee of the Navajo Tribal Council pursuant to Resolution CAU-48-64. The Department is responsible for the protection, preservation and conservation of the natural and cultural resources and values within established Navajo Tribal Parks, Monuments and Recreation Areas.
Requests for commercial filming and photography in areas under the authority of the Navajo Parks and Recreation Department are received regularly. The purpose of these Commercial Filming and Photography Policy and Procedures is to establish guidelines to be followed in the application for, review, approval/disapproval, of commercial filming and photography permits.
Navajo Parks and Recreation Department shall allow commercial filming and photography in tribal parks, recreation areas and monument only in a manner consistent with these policies and procedures.
Navajo Parks and Recreation Department, has the authority to issue filming permits in tribal park areas pursuant to Government Services Committee resolution GSCJY-18-04, Section IV. J.
These policies and procedures apply within tribal parks, recreation areas, monuments and other areas under the authority and supervision of the Navajo Parks and Recreation Department. The policy and procedures also apply specifically to filming and photography undertaken for commercial purposes, i.e. for financial gain or public display and exhibition.
Commercial Permits to be issued by Park Manager:
REQUEST Photography COMMERCIAL PERMIT
REQUEST Videography COMMERCIAL PERMIT
OTHER TRIBAL LAWS - The Navajo Office of Broadcast Services has the authority to issue filming permits on the Navajo Nation in compliance with all Navajo Nation law. The Office of Broadcast Services may not issue filming permits in tribal park areas without prior consultation with the Navajo Parks and Recreation Department and may not charge land use fees in such areas. The Office of Broadcast Services may issue filming permits in non-tribal park areas without prior consultation with the Navajo Parks and Recreation Department.
OBTAINING A PERMIT FOR NON-TRIBAL PARK AREAS
A special permit is required for commercial filming and photography on ALL areas of Navajo land. A permit may be obtained by contacting the Navajo Office of Broadcast Services.
Office of Broadcast Services - www.obs.navajo-nsn.org
P.O. Box 2310
Window Rock, Arizona 86515
928-871-7826
For all video, audio, documentary, cinematography, photography format material for production, educational, general news related & documentary, marketing/promotions, broadcast purpose intent contact Navajo Office of Broadcast Services and review all documents on their website.
Return the following documents to Office of Broadcasting Services before any production:
1. Application
2. Consent Form
3. Expenditure Report
