Drone Rules in Riverside County, CA (2026)

2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 6 cities in Riverside County, California.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Riverside County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Recreational Drones

Recreational drone operation in Riverside County is governed primarily by the FAA's 14 CFR Part 107 and the Exception for Limited Recreational Operations. The county restricts drone takeoff and landing on county-operated parks and open space per Ordinance 658 and prohibits drones in state and national park airspace.

Recreational Drones in Riverside County

Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Commercial Drones

Commercial drone operations in Riverside County require an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate and compliance with 14 CFR Part 107. The FAA preempts airspace regulation, but the county restricts drone takeoff and landing on county property and requires a film permit from the Inland Empire Film Commission or Regional Park District for commercial shoots on public land.