National parks are the best of what the US has to offer. There are over 400 parks in the US, and most of them charge an entrance fee. You can purchase an annual pass to visit any national park, which costs $80 USD. If you plan to visit multiple parks throughout the year, it’s a reasonable decision.
In 2024, there will be 6 days when entry to all national parks will be free, allowing you to save money while traveling across America. These days are associated with national holidays or commemorative events in the United States.
Here are these days in 2024:
January 15: Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday
April 20: the first day of National Park Week
June 19: Juneteenth National Independence Day, the 11th federal holiday established in the US in 2021, dedicated to the country’s liberation from slavery
August 4: the anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act
September 28: National Public Lands Day
November 11: Veterans Day
On these days, entry to national parks is free for everyone. Only services within the parks, such as camping, boat rentals, and the like, remain paid.
