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Fees & Passes Details
To ensure seamless entry into Yosemite National Park and unlock its majestic wonders, visitors must obtain the necessary entrance passes. Here's a comprehensive overview of the pass options, fees, and fee-free days to plan your visit effectively: Entrance Passes: America the Beautiful Annual Pass: Cost: FREE to $80.00 Validity: Grants access to over 2,000 federal recreation sites nationwide, covering entrance fees at National Park Service and US Fish & Wildlife Service sites, as well as standard amenity fees at sites managed by the US Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, and US Army Corps of Engineers. Standard Entrance Pass: Cost: $20.00 to $35.00 Validity: Required for all visitors entering Yosemite National Park, covering entrance fees for private vehicles, motorcycles, and individuals. The fees vary depending on the mode of transportation. Annual - Park: $70.00 Cost: $70.00 Validity: Provides unlimited entry to Yosemite for 12 months from the date of purchase, offering exceptional value for frequent visitors. For Organizations & Businesses: Education/Academic Group: $0.00 Commercial Sedan, Van, Mini-bus, Motor Coach, Non-commercial Group: Fees ranging from $45.00 to $125.00, depending on the group size and type. Purchasing Options: Entrance passes can be conveniently purchased at in-person locations within the park, including South Entrance, Arch Rock Entrance, Big Oak Flat Entrance, Hetch Hetchy Entrance, and Tioga Pass Entrance. Please note that credit/debit cards are the only accepted forms of payment. Fee-free Days: Enjoy complimentary access to Yosemite National Park on designated fee-free days, where no entrance pass is required: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (January 15) First Day of National Park Week (April 20) Juneteenth (June 19) The Great American Outdoors Act (August 4) National Public Lands Day (September 28) Veterans Day (November 11)
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