A permit is required whenever filming takes place on state property. The California Film Commission is a one-stop-shop for State permits and will assist you in obtaining the required approvals from the CHP, Caltrans, State Parks, Facilities and the State Fire Marshal, where necessary. All State Park permits will eventually need to go through the State of California Film Commission after getting local approval on availability. Click here first for permitting in Marin County State Parks.

CFC Permit Coordinator for CA State Parks
Phone:  323-817-4106
Fax:  323-817-4126
Parks Fax: 323-860-2976

Angel Island State Park
For all inquiries, contact:
Kevin Selna, Film Coordinator and Supervising Ranger
California State Parks, Angel Island Sector
Phone: 916-906-2257
Email: Kevin.Selna@Parks.ca.gov
Website information: www.parks.ca.gov

China Camp State Park
For all inquiries contact:
Friends of China Camp for date availability first and include Peter Ostroskie
415-456-0766
info@friendsofchinacamp.org
Website information: www.friendsofchinacamp.org

Peter Ostroskie 
Staff Park and Recreation Specialist 
California State Parks | Bay Area District  
Cell Phone: 916-906-2257 or District Office Phone: (707) 769-5652
Email: Peter.Ostroskie@Parks.ca.gov or BayAreaDistrictOffice@Parks.ca.gov
 

Film Guidelines 

For everything a commercial, still, and video photographer will need to know about filming in Marin State Parks, follow the easy, step-by-step process below:

•  All film and photography permit applications must be submitted 5 business days / 120 hours (weekends and holidays are not business days) prior to the first   prep/shoot day. Filming and photography are not permitted on weekends and Wednesdays.
•  Complete the DPR 245
•  Contact the Marin Sector Film & Event Coordinator to submit your application at 916-906-2257 or district office 707-769-5652.
•  APPLY WITH THE CALIFORNIA FILM COMMISSION: You must also apply through the California Film Commission (CFC) at www.film.ca.gov using their  Online Permit Application after you have approval from the Marin Sector Film & Event Coordinator.

Mount Tamalpais State Park (Mt. Tam)
FYI: Permits may be required here through both Mt. Tamalpais State Park Office and Golden Gate National Recreation Area Office (GGNRA) based on the exact location of the shoot.

Peter Ostroskie, Staff Park and Recreation Specialists 
California State Parks Marin District
Cell Phone: 916-906-2257 or District Office Phone: 707-769-5652
Email: Peter.Ostroskie@Parks.ca.gov or BayAreaDistrictOffice@Parks.ca.gov
Website information: www.parks.ca.gov
View area boundaries of Mt Tam State Park for exact filming locations

Olompali State Historic Park
For all inquiries contact:
Peter Ostroskie 
Staff Park and Recreation Specialist 
California State Parks | Bay Area District  
Cell Phone: 916-906-2257 or District Office Phone: (707) 769-5652
Email: Peter.Ostroskie@Parks.ca.gov or BayAreaDistrictOffice@Parks.ca.gov
Website information: www.parks.ca.gov

Samuel P. Taylor State Park
For all inquiries contact:
Peter Ostroskie 
Staff Park and Recreation Specialist 
California State Parks | Bay Area District  
Cell Phone: 916-906-2257 or District Office Phone: (707) 769-5652
Email: Peter.Ostroskie@Parks.ca.gov or BayAreaDistrictOffice@Parks.ca.gov
Website information: www.parks.ca.gov

Tomales Bay State Park
For all inquiries contact:
Peter Ostroskie 
Staff Park and Recreation Specialist 
California State Parks | Bay Area District  
Cell Phone: 916-906-2257 or District Office Phone: (707) 769-5652
Email: Peter.Ostroskie@Parks.ca.gov or BayAreaDistrictOffice@Parks.ca.gov
Website information: www.parks.ca.gov

For a look at the iconic West Ridgecrest Blvd views atop Mt. Tam, watch our video filmed along the ridgeline with a Dodge Challenger versus a Chevy Camaro!