*Must read before purchasing a permit.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
Permits are limited to 14 people or less (including subjects and photographers)
- The permit fee is $75 per group
- The permit must be purchased online in advance
- Admission tickets must be purchased in advance for non-Arboretum members
- Permits are non-refundable but can be rescheduled
- A separate permit is required for each group being photographed
- Groups must arrive together, no exceptions
- Exit and re-entry is not permitted once checked in
- Clients/subjects must arrive camera-ready. Hair and makeup must be done before arriving. No clothing changes are allowed. It is against County code
- All photography session activities shall be appropriate and free from obscene content
- No props or signs, except flower bouquet may be brought into the Arboretum.
- Drones are not allowed at the Arboretum.
Groups are not allowed to purchase additional permits to accommodate more people
GENERAL GARDEN ETIQUETTE:
- Avoid damage to collections and disruption of visitor and Arboretum activities. A permit does not give you exclusive right to an area in the garden
- Keep roadways clear to allow visitors and vehicles to pass through
- Stay on designated paths, trails and lawns. Keep out of plantings, mulch and water features
- Do not collect, move, damage or deface plant life, historic items, or wildlife
- Climbing trees, buildings, or wading in water features is not permitted
- Hanging bags or props on trees or buildings is prohibited at the Arboretum
- Pets are not allowed
- Balloons are not allowed
- Hangers are not allowed
- Confetti canons are not allowed
- Loose rose petals are not allowed
- Smoking is prohibited by County Ordinance 17.04.645
For any photography related questions, please email photos@arboretum.org.