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New Digital Passes to Cost U.S. Residents $80, Nonresidents $250

11/29/2025

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The U.S. Department of the Interior announced that effective January 1, 2026, national park access will use digital 'America the Beautiful' passes with annual fees of $80 for U.S. residents and $250 for nonresidents.
Nonresidents will pay a $100 surcharge at 11 parks, including Yosemite and Grand Canyon.
Eight patriotic fee-free days will be available exclusively to U.S. citizens.
Critics warn the plan could deter international visitors and hurt economies.

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The U.S. Department of the Interior announced that effective January 1, 2026, national park access will use digital 'America the Beautiful' passes with annual fees of $80 for U.S. residents and $250 for nonresidents.
Nonresidents will pay a $100 surcharge at 11 parks, including Yosemite and Grand Canyon.
Eight patriotic fee-free days will be available exclusively to U.S. citizens.
Critics warn the plan could deter international visitors and hurt economies.