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Choosing an Entrance PassDo you have or qualify for a discounted America the Beautiful Pass?If you already have an America the Beautiful—the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass, that's the only entrance pass you need. Seniors, military, visitors with a permanent disability, and families with a 4th grader are eligible for a free or discounted America the Beautiful pass. How often do you plan to visit national parks in the next 12 months?If you don't qualify for a discounted America the Beautiful pass, we recommend choosing an entrance pass based on your trip plans.
Entrance PassesStarting January 1, 2025, Valles Caldera National Preserve will begin selling annual park passes and America the Beautiful interagency passes. Standard Entrance Pass$15.00–$25.00
Valles Caldera National Preserve will charge a park entrance fee beginning on January 1, 2025.
The fee covers seven consecutive days of entrance to Valles Caldera National Preserve - $25 per vehicle, $15 per person, and $20 per motorcycle. The park will also offer a $45 annual pass specific to Valles Caldera and America the Beautiful interagency passes.
For VehiclesIf you enter the park in a motorized vehicle, your entrance pass covers both you and your passengers. Your passengers do not need a separate pass. The entrance fee for a private vehicle covers seven consecutive days of entrance to Valles Caldera National Preserve. In-person Purchase Locations
The entrance fee for motorcycles covers seven consecutive days of entrance to Valles Caldera National Preserve. In-person Purchase Locations
For Individuals without a VehicleIf you enter the park on a bicycle or on foot and are at least 16 years old, you need your own entrance pass. Children under the age of 16 don't need an entrance pass. The per-person entrance fee covers seven consecutive days of entrance to Valles Caldera National Preserve. Annual Entrance - Park$45.00 Beginning January 1, 2025, visitors may purchase an annual park pass for Valles Caldera National Preserve. America the Beautiful—the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass
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Depending on the type of entrance fee charged at a site, covers
America the Beautiful Passes are non-refundable, non-transferable and cannot be replaced if lost or stolen. Passholders must show valid photo identification (ID) with each pass. How to Get an America the Beautiful PassIn Person (Recommended)Passes can be purchased or picked up at over 1,000 federal recreation sites. Order Online, Receive by MailTo receive your pass by mail, order online at the USGS Online Store . Online orders are for physical passes, not digital passes, and may take up to three weeks to be processed and delivered. Order receipts may not be used in place of a physical pass. We recommend ordering at least three weeks in advance of your visit, or picking up a pass in person instead. 2025 Free Entrance Days in the National ParksCome experience the national parks! All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone (other fees, including timed entry or reservation fees, may apply). Mark your calendar for these entrance fee-free dates:
Backcountry Vehicle PassesFor those wanting to drive into the backcountry between May 15 and November 15, vehicle passes are available on Recreation.gov. You can reserve your pass starting three months in advance. Visit the Backcountry Experience page for additional details. |
Last updated: November 19, 2024