The Special Use Permit is a discretionary permit with will be reviewed by FLC staff to determine if the proposed use is appropriate according. If your application is not approved, the group may alter their proposed use and reapply. FLC reserves the right to deny Special Use Permits for any use, and to revoke permits with or without reason, at any time.

Common permit-required uses include:

• Professional or commercial photography

• Organized group events (hikes, classes, meetups)

• Research or data collection

• After-hours access

• Small private gatherings

• Special equipment or vehicle access

If you are unsure whether your activity requires a permit, our staff can help.

Day Use Hike, >4 hours: For one-time organized hikes or races lasting more than four hours.

Day Use Hike, <4 hours: For one-time organized hikes or races lasting less than four hours.

Annual Photographer Permit: For all photographers taking group, family, individual, or landscape photographs on FLC Preserves for for-profit purposes.

Annual Trainer/Group Exercise Permit: For all personal trainers, gyms, or other organized exercise groups conducted on behalf of a for-profit entity.

Yes, depending on the nature and scale of the activity. Fees help offset the added staff time, coordination, and wear on the preserve.

A non-refundable application fee is due with the application.

Non-Profit Organizations or Government*: $50.00

For-Profit Entities: $85.00

This fee is in addition to any of the Permit fees listed below, should the application be approved.

*All applicants claiming non-profit status must submit a copy of the entity’s IRS Determination Letter.

Our permit fees, should your application be approved, would be required to be paid prior to your event/activity.

Day use photographer passes start at $50 and annual passes can be purchased for $250.

Annual trainer/group exercise permits can be purchased for $375.

Day-Use Hiking SUP are based on time used, passes start at $250 for For Profit Hikes and $125 for Non-Profit.

1. Events or activities must comply with FLC’s liability insurance policy and with the rules and regulations governing the preserves.

2. Groups or organizations requesting use of FLC preserves or facilities must have a current general liability insurance policy with a minimum coverage limit per occurrence of $1,000,000 and provide a Certificate of Liability Insurance naming the “Fallbrook Land Conservancy, staff, directors, and assigns” as additionally insured.

3. All groups must sign a provision to indemnify and hold free and harmless FLC, its staff and Board of Directors.

. All groups using FLC preserves or facilities will maintain lists and contact information of their participants. If requested, these lists will be provided to the FLC.

5. All permittees must abide by all posted rules and other prohibitions included in the Permit.

6. No soil, trees, or other vegetation may be destroyed or removed from FLC managed lands without specific prior written permission from FLC.

7. The permittee shall comply with all federal, state, county, and municipal laws, ordinances, and regulations. FLC is not responsible for ensuring compliance with laws, ordinances, or regulations associated with your event. Should you fail to comply with laws, ordinances, or regulation. FLC reserves the right to bill you for any and all damages associated with your failure to comply.

8. The permittee shall maintain the improvements and premises to standards of repair, orderliness, neatness, sanitation, and safety acceptable to the authorized FLC representative. The permittee shall fully repair and bear the expense for all damages, other than ordinary wear and tear, to FLC lands, roads and trails caused by the permittee’s activities.

9. The permittee shall be liable for any damage suffered by FLC resulting from or related to use of the permit, including damages to FLC resources and costs of fire suppression.

10. The permittee agrees to not interfere with allowable public use to and upon FLC managed land which are not inconsistent with the intent of the authorization or the management plan for the land.

11. This permit may be revoked or suspended upon breach of any of the conditions herein or at the discretion of the authorized representative. Upon expiration or revocation of this authorization, the permittee shall immediately remove all improvements except those owned by the FLC, and shall restore the site, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing. If the holder fails to remove the improvements, they shall become property of the FLC, but that will not relieve the permittee of liability for the cost of their removal and/or restoration of the site.

12. This permit is a license for the use of FLC managed lands. It does not grant any interest in real property. This permit is not transferable.

13. The permittee, in advertisements, signs, brochures, and like materials, as well as orally, shall not misrepresent in any way, either the accommodation provided, the status of the authorization, or the area covered by it or the vicinity. The fact that the permitted area is located on FLC managed land shall be made readily apparent in all formats of the permittee's brochures and advertising regarding the use and management of the area and authorized facilities. Any use of FLC branding related to the permitted event must be approved by the FLC first.

The following activities are prohibited regardless of the type or duration of activity:

1. The use of balloons, glitter, confetti, or other debris may not be used as part of the event/activity.

2. Removal of vegetation is prohibited.

3. Off road vehicles, including e-bikes, are prohibited.

4. Fire, campfires, candles, etc. are prohibited.

5. Pop-ups, tents, canopies, etc. are prohibited except for at the trailhead.

6. No overnight use is allowed.

No, staff presence is not required.

FLC staff is generally not available to assist with event planning or setup. If you require assistance from FLC staff, please contact us to discuss your needs and the fees associated with staff time.

Visitors can submit a request through our online Special Use Permit form. Staff will review the details and determine whether the activity is appropriate for the preserve, or whether adjustments are needed to protect the land and its wildlife.

Day Pass Photographers can purchase the permit online same day.

Most permits can be reviewed within a few business days, though larger or more complex requests may require additional time.