Is the America the Beautiful Pass Worth It? Break-Even Math
Three fee-charging parks in a year is the usual tipping point. Here is the math for residents and nonresidents, plus who qualifies for a free or $20 pass.
Tag: Park Fees
National Park Entrance Fees: What the Popular Parks Charge
A park-by-park table of 2026 vehicle, motorcycle and per-person fees, plus the parks that charge nothing and the extra costs an entrance pass does not cover.
National Park Fees for International Visitors: The $100 Rule
Since January 2026, visitors from abroad pay extra at the busiest parks. Here is how the $100 fee works, when the $250 pass pays off and who counts as a resident.