Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest

The Northern Region of the U.S. Forest Service asks that anyone interested in producing a film to first contact the Forest Service at least two weeks in advance of the anticipated filming. Large-scale projects may require substantially more time for evaluation. Permits are generally not required for covering late breaking news, such as a wildfire or search and rescue operations. Commercial filming requires a Special Use Permit, which is issued by the District Ranger for the area the filming is planned to occur.

To film in the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, you should:

*Contact the Forest Service office below and request an application. You may also visit the Montana Film Office permits page (link below) to review the application and their processes.

*Arrange a pre-application meeting with them. A staff member will discuss your proposal, potential land use conflicts, application procedures and qualifications, probable time frames, fees, bonding requirements, additional coordination with other agencies, environmental reports, and field reviews.

*Complete and submit the application form, including supporting documents, to the local Forest Service office. An incomplete proposal could delay the processing.

*Note that: most commercial uses require additional information with the application. You may need business plans, operating plans, liability insurance, licenses/registrations, or other documents.

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