Commercial Use Permit

The City of Boise provides opportunities for entities to apply for a permit to conduct classes, lessons, tours, or demonstrations on city owned/managed waterways and properties. Permit applications shall be accepted throughout the year, with consideration being given on a first-come, first-served basis.

Entities wishing to acquire a permit to operate on city owned/managed waterways and/or properties or for commercial guides that wish to launch or conclude guided trips on city property, shall comply with all applicable laws, statutes, and ordinances, stated in the Terms of Commercial Use, Commercial Use Application, and the Commercial Use FAQ. Some Boise Parks and Recreation sites may be ineligible for the Commercial Use Program entirely or for a portion of the calendar year. Please note, restricted sites are subject to change under the department’s discretion.

To obtain a permit to conduct lessons, classes, demonstrations, on Boise City managed properties, the following fees are required:

Fee for up to 100 uses per calendar year:

$380 (Boise City residents)
$589 (non-residents)

Additional fee for over 100 uses per calendar year:

$675 (Boise City residents)
$1,046.25 (non-residents)

Please note, permittees wishing to conduct special events or special uses beyond the scope of their permit will be required to obtain an additional permit and pay additional fees to the City of Boise.

Completed applications should be submitted via email or via mail:
Parks and Recreation Administration Office
1104 Royal Blvd.
Boise, ID 83706