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International visitors face a new $100 surcharge at 11 major national parks starting January 2026

American residents will keep the standard $80 annual pass; however, non-residents will pay up to $250

Revenue will be reinvested directly into national park facilities, maintenance needs and visitor services

International tourists can expect to pay an additional $100 fee to visit national and state parks starting January 2026.

According to an initiative announced by the Department of the Interior on Tuesday, Nov. 26, the federal government is preparing to roll out a sweeping modernization of national park access — a plan officials say will make the "resident-focused fee structure" more efficient for U.S. residents.

Starting Jan. 1, 2026, America the Beautiful passes — includ

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