Alpine Pavilion: maximum capacity:125 persons.

Check availability or apply for a permit by calling 201 768-1360. After initial reservation is made, the permit form can be downloaded by clicking here (.pdf file, 3 pages).

   

Those interested in renting the pavilion should keep these facts in mind:

1. Basic rental is $200 per day (includes electricity and area directly in front of pavilion up to marked facility rental limit); $50 additional fee is charged for the use of adjoining refreshment stand.

2. Parking fee (not included with rental) is $5 per vehicle per day. This fee does not reserve space nor does it guarantee re-entry when parking area is full or area is closed.

3. Driving vehicles to the pavilion to unload or load is prohibited between the times of 11:30 am and 4 pm. The gates from the parking area will be locked during this time. Facility renters should keep this in mind when arranging for vendors (i.e., caterers, DJs, or live entertainment).

4. Permit holder may not interfere with or prevent access to the restrooms, travel ways, picnic areas, and other amenities open to the general public.

5. Police coverage and maintenance services, if necessary, will be billed at prevailing overtime rates.

Boat Launching  Passes

Boaters can obtain a season pass for Hazard's Launching Ramp for trailer-pulled boats of 24 feet or less and jet skis. Hazard's is also available for the launch of car-top boats (canoes and kayaks). Call 201 768-1360 for details, or visit our Park Headquarters during normal business hours (please bring documentation for boat).

Fee: $100 per season (second Saturday in April through the last Sunday in October).

You can download a copy of the application here (.pdf file). Mail the completed application, along with a copy of your boat registration and check or money order to Palisades Interstate Park Commission, P.O. Box 155, Alpine, NJ 07620-0155. The pass will be mailed to you, normally within one week.

Buses or vehicles seating fifteen or more people

Apply for a permit in advance by calling 201 768-1360; permit form can then be downloaded by clicking here (.pdf file).

If not parking in park area: no fee.

Parking in park area: $20 per day.

Educational research

Apply for a permit in advance by calling 201 768-1360.

No fee.

General Activity Permit (for groups of 50 or more, company picnics, weddings, charity fundraisers, or other activities not held at the Alpine Pavilion, or if special accommodations are needed). To determine if your group needs a permit, and for general information and guidelines, please click here (.pdf file, 1 page) or call 201 768-1360.

The group must notify our administrative offices in advance of the event by calling 201 768-1360. Permit form can then be downloaded by clicking here (.pdf file, 3 pages).

Charity Fundraiser: $50.

Company picnic: $200.

Wedding: $300.

Please inquire for other rates.

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Parking Passes

New Jersey residents 62 and older can obtain a free parking pass for the NJ Section—as well as for all New Jersey State Parks.  Call 201 768-1360 for details, or visit Park Headquarters during normal business hours (please bring a valid form of proof of age and residency).

You can download a copy of the application by clicking here (.pdf file). Mail the completed application, along with proof of age and residency (a copy of your license is acceptable) to Palisades Interstate Park Commission, P.O. Box 155, Alpine, NJ 07620-0155. The pass will be mailed to you, normally within one week.

New Jersey also offers an Annual State Park Pass ($50), as well as a free Disability Pass (NJ residents only). For more information and an application form for these passes (as well as the Senior Pass), please click here (.pdf file).

All park visitors can obtain a weekday season parking pass for the NJ Section. Call 201 768-1360 for details, or visit our Park Headquarters during normal business hours.

Fee: $30 per season (May through October).

You can download a copy of the application here (.pdf file). Mail the completed application along with check or money order to Palisades Interstate Park Commission, P.O. Box 155, Alpine, NJ 07620-0155. The pass will be mailed to you, normally within one week.

Photography or filming
Apply for a permit in advance by calling 201 768-1360; permit form can then be downloaded by clicking here (.pdf file, 2 pages).

Wedding photo permit: No Fee.

Non-Profit/Student: $100/day.

Small-scale Commercial: $600/day.

Large-scale Commercial: $1,200/day.

Please inquire for other rates.