How to visit dozens of US national parks for $ 80

An annual pass to national parks will make your next vacation much more interesting and affordable. Talks about its benefits and secrets. Travel and Leisure.

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From the Everglades in Florida to Mount Rainier in Washington in the United States, hundreds of national parks can be explored. Of course, there are many places where you can relax in the fresh air for free, but you will have to pay to enter the best national parks. Fortunately, you can reduce these costs and fully experience the natural beauty of the country using an annual pass called America the Beautiful.

If you recently visited one or two national parks, you probably noticed that the entry fee is palpable. Some parks plan to increase it in 2020.

With this in mind, the National Park Service has launched the sale of America the Beautiful Pass - a pass that is valid for 12 months from the date of purchase and costs $ 80.

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The annual admission to national parks is absolutely free for the existing military and their dependents, as well as for the disabled.

You just need to personally pick one at the entrance to the park or buy online in advance. Almost 100 percent of the proceeds from the sale of passes are spent on maintenance and improvement of parks.

Please note that guests under the age of 16 can always use the federal recreation areas for free. It is important to keep your badge in a safe place, as lost or stolen badges cannot be replaced.

Benefits of an annual pass

If you already have America the Beautiful, be sure to take full advantage of its benefits. For example, did you know that two people can own your pass? Two owners should not be married or somehow connected. Prefer to ride your bike through the park? You and your three friends can enter one pass. One pass also makes it possible to drive two motorcycles together. Regardless of your preference, entry fees to the national park should not be a deterrent. Remember that the standard pass does not cover additional fees that may be part of your visit, such as a camping reservation fee.

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Where can I use the annual pass?

Annual passes for national parks are not accepted in state parks. However, you will definitely have many opportunities to use your pass in 419 places included in the national parks system. In addition to 61 national parks, there are 87 national monuments. Hoping to visit the first national monument, Devils Tower in northeast Wyoming? A $ 25 admission fee covers your pass. What about the Cabrillo National Monument in Southern California dedicated to the first European arrival on the West Coast? Visit the popular tidal pools there without worrying about a $ 20 admission fee.

And you definitely don't want to forget about many stunning national recreation areas. Say, Glen Canyon in Arizona and Utah - you pay $ 30 for each vehicle, but with your new pass you can get free access to Lake Powell and more than a million acres of surrounding land in Glen Canyon. After all, there are many national historical sites where a pass is useful, such as the house of Theodore Roosevelt on Sagamor Hill in Long Island, New York. A home tour fee is canceled for owners of these passes.

As you can see, America the Beautiful can be a very profitable investment. If you are a lover of outdoor activities or a connoisseur of history, go there and experience the beauty of America at a great price.

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