"The interior department announced today new America-first entrance fees for national parks, commemorative annual passes featuring Donald Trump and resident-only patriotic fee-free days for 2026 including Trump's birthday. Starting next year, entrance fees for international visitors will more than triple. According to a department press release, non-residents will be able to choose between purchasing a $250 annual pass or paying $100 per person to enter 11 of the most visited national parks, in addition to the standard entrance fee."
"In a video posted to his X account, interior secretary Doug Burgum said: This year we're making it easier and more affordable for every American to experience the beauty and freedom of our public lands. Starting in 2026, United States residents will be able to purchase an annual interagency pass for just $80, he added. The current, annual interagency America the Beautiful pass is already $80."
"Burgum also announced commemorative new designs for annual passes issued in 2026. The annual pass features portraits of George Washington and Donald Trump side-by-side, while the military pass includes a photograph of Trump saluting troops. The interior department announced five new fee free days that will go into effect in 2026, bringing the total number of fee free days for US residents only to 10."
Entrance fees for international visitors will more than triple beginning next year, with non-residents offered either a $250 annual pass or a $100 per-person fee to enter 11 of the most visited national parks, on top of standard entrance fees. United States residents will continue to have access to an annual interagency pass for $80. The stated aim of raising international prices is for visitors to contribute their fair share to preserve and maintain public lands. New 2026 annual-pass designs will feature George Washington and Donald Trump, and five additional resident-only fee-free patriotic days will be established.
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