A no-fee permit is required for after-hours use of the Monte Bello Open Space Preserve parking lot for astronomical viewing. The parking lot is open for permit-only parking from dusk to 2:00 a.m.

1. Preserve closes at dusk. No use of surrounding trails is allowed, and camping is prohibited.
2. Fires and camp stoves of any type are prohibited.

Please note: If you are charging a fee for your event, you must provide an insurance certificate and endorsement listing the District as additionally insured.

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