Explore federal Public Lands across the U.S. for free today!
In honor of Independence Day, there are no entrance fees to federal public lands. The Fourth of July, is the U.S. federal holiday celebrating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, marking the birth of the United States as a free and independent nation, separate from Great Britain.
Most of the sites managed by the National Park Service are free to visit, but some require an entrance pass. You may also need a reservation at a few high-traffic sites.
America the Beautiful Lands Pass
Frequent visitors, seniors, military, and others may save money on entrance fees with an America the Beautiful—the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass, also known as an America the Beautiful or interagency pass. Review all pass options below and decide which pass is best for you.