Get a free or low-cost America the Beautiful national parks pass
Free for military, disability and 4th graders
Verified on the store's site · Checked Nov 2, 2026
America the Beautiful passes cover entrance and standard amenity fees on federal lands. Military, Access, 4th grade and Volunteer passes are free, and seniors 62+ pay $20 a year or $80 for life.
How to use it
- Check which pass you qualify for on the NPS passes page
- Bring documentation of age, residency or eligibility when you apply
- Show valid photo ID with your pass
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Who qualifies
- Military annual pass: current US military and dependents, free
- Military lifetime pass: Gold Star Family members and veterans, free
- Access pass: US citizens and residents with a permanent disability, free
- Senior pass: US citizens and residents 62+, $20 annual or $80 lifetime
What's left out
- Covers entrance and standard amenity (day-use) fees only
Source
From nps.gov (opens in a new tab)Applicants must provide documentation of age and residency or citizenship. Passholders must show valid photo identification (ID) with each pass.