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Commercial Road Permits

Commercial Road Permit

Commercial road permits are available for those operating a business on the Island that need to access the interior.  A commercial road permit is required for providing tours, delivering materials, setting up a research site to study one of our many native species, and more on-Island work.  

a coastal view of Catalina Island with the Conservancy Eco Tour truck

Commercial Road Permit Types

  • A daily pass for the team with a single day objective. 
  • A yearly pass, for those organizations looking for a multiple day excursion. 
  • And a yearly renewal option, for those with the need for repeat business on the Island. 

Requirements

  • Contact Information 
  • Have a valid Commercial Driver’s License and/or Class C Driver’s License depending on the vehicle* 
  • Current vehicle Insurance, for each vehicle* 
  • Current vehicle Registration, for each vehicle* 

*Copies of the documents above will be requested during the application process. 

 

Commercial Vehicle Roads Map

Permit Fees

FEE SCHEDULE

Commercial Driver Fee $52
If you are a returning customer with five or more vehicles, please contact our permit management department for additional guidance at 310-510-2595 x310 or [email protected].

Daily Permits

Freight Hauling Only

Vehicles used to transport freight, materials and/or equipment, and heavy vehicles

Permittees must pay the annual fee specified below for each vehicle:

  • Unladen Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is Less than 2.5 Tons (<5000 lbs) $254
  • Unladen Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is 2.5 Tons or over (>=5000 lbs) $431
  • Unladen Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is 17.5 Tons or over $863
  • Commercial Trailer Fee $81

Vehicles introduced to Catalina Island within the past year must be thoroughly cleaned before accessing Conservancy property to prevent invasive species. Applicants may be required to submit photos of the vehicle, including the front, rear, sides, and undercarriage.

Apply for Permit

 

Once you have submitted your application, it will be reviewed by our team. We may contact you for additional information or clarification. Please allow up to two business days for a response regarding the status of your application. 

Annual Permits

Freight and Passenger Hauling

Vehicles used to transport freight, materials and/or equipment, passengers and heavy vehicles

Permittees must pay the annual fee specified below for each vehicle:

  • Unladen Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is Less than 2.5 Tons (< 5,000 lbs) $1,835
  • Unladen Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is 2.5 Tons or over (≥ 5,000 lbs) $3,317
  • Unladen Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is 17.5 Tons or over $6,633
  • Commercial Trailer Fee $431

Vehicles introduced to Catalina Island within the past year must be thoroughly cleaned before accessing Conservancy property to prevent invasive species. Applicants may be required to submit photos of the vehicle, including the front, rear, sides, and undercarriage.

Apply for Permit

Once you have submitted your application, it will be reviewed by our team. We may contact you for additional information or clarification. Please allow up to two business days for a response regarding the status of your application.

Authorized Driver Information/Application

Commercial Driver Free $52 

DRIVER APPLICATION

Material Hauling Fees

Additional freight fee per ton mile 

Material Hauling Freight Fee Per ton* mile $1.09 for each ton x miles 

**Disclaimer: We are referencing U.S. ton also known as short ton which is 2000lb** 

CONTACT US

For additional questions regarding obtaining a road permit or to update your vehicle fleet, please contact us at [email protected] or call 310-510-2595 x310. 

Driver Commitment to Ensure Road Safety

  • The maximum speed limit is 25 miles per hour on Interior roads. Some roads require further reduced speeds to ensure safety. Drivers must reduce vehicle speed to ensure safety and avoid making dust clouds when 1) passing hikers, bikers, horse riders, and other vehicles; 2) when driving through Middle Ranch, El Rancho Escondido, Two Harbors, and other inhabited areas; and 3) when driving on any dirt road.  
  • Drivers must always drive with caution to ensure their safety and the safety of passengers and others using the roadways. Interior roads are narrow and driving on dirt roads reduces traction, especially on curves and when changing directions. Drivers must stay in the right lane.  
  • Each driver is responsible for maintaining the permitted vehicle in a safe condition.  
  • Vehicles coming uphill have the right of way. Drivers must reduce speed, pullover, and STOP when approached by oncoming uphill vehicles. Drivers must always yield to buses.  
  • All passengers must wear factory-installed seat belt.  
  • Operators of large passenger vehicles and trucks must have proper training and DMV licenses.  
  • Drivers must be familiar with the weight limits of the permitted vehicle, avoid overloading the vehicle, and reduce speed and gear down on steep roads to avoid brake failure, sliding or overturning.  
  • Driving under the influence of alcohol or driving while intoxicated is prohibited.  
  • Drivers are obligated to report any observations of driver or vehicle negligence to the Conservancy as soon as possible and to report accidents to the Conservancy Ranger immediately so an incident report can be taken.  
  • If a bison is sighted, drivers must slow down, remain alert and proceed with caution.