2026 US National Park Fee Calculator for International Visitors

New surcharges, new annual pass pricing — see exactly what your family pays on classic American road trips, and when the pass wins.

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Recommended park spend

$250

2026 nonresident annual pass ($250) beats $740 pay-as-you-go (includes $100/person surcharges at 3 flagship parks).

Pay-as-you-go alternative: $740 · Annual pass: $250 (includes $600 surcharges)

2026 flagship park surcharges (international visitors)

Non-US residents pay an extra $100/person at 11 flagship parks, on top of standard entry. The $250 nonresident annual pass often beats pay-as-you-go on multi-park road trips.

·Grand Canyon
·Yosemite
·Yellowstone
·Zion
·Rocky Mountain
·Acadia
·Glacier
·Joshua Tree
·Arches
·Olympic
·Sequoia & Kings Canyon

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FAQ

How much is the 2026 US national park pass for international visitors?

The 2026 nonresident America the Beautiful annual pass costs $250. US residents pay $80 for the same pass.

What is the $100 nonresident surcharge at US national parks?

Starting in 2026, international visitors pay an additional $100 per person at 11 flagship parks (including Grand Canyon, Yosemite, and Yellowstone), on top of standard vehicle entry fees.

Is the annual pass worth it for a two-park road trip?

For two adults visiting two flagship parks, pay-as-you-go can reach ~$470 (vehicle fees plus $200 in surcharges). The $250 annual pass is usually the better deal.