Summary
Starting in 2026, international visitors to popular U.S. national parks will need to pay an extra $100 fee. U.S. citizens and permanent residents will continue paying the current rate. President Trump's administration says this fee will help maintain the parks and keep costs affordable for American families.
Key Facts
- From 2026, foreign tourists must pay a $100 extra fee to visit 11 popular U.S. national parks.
- The cost of an annual park pass for non-residents will increase to over $250.
- U.S. citizens and permanent residents will continue to pay $80 for an annual pass.
- The Department of the Interior mentions "patriotic fee-free" days for residents on special holidays in 2026.
- The extra revenue is intended to fund conservation and maintenance projects in the parks.
- President Trump signed an executive order in July to increase entrance fees for international visitors.
- U.S. national parks had more than 331 million visitors in 2024, showing a significant increase in tourist numbers.
- The fee increase will also coincide with an upgraded online booking system and improved park access for motorcyclists.
