News Release

Parks Resume Fee Collection & Visitor Safety Tips

Date: June 8, 2020
Contact: Arches Information Line, 435-719-2299
Contact: Canyonlands Information Line, 435-719-2313

MOAB, UT – As part of the phased resumption of operations, Arches and Canyonlands national parks will begin collecting entrance fees on June 15, 2020. The list of entrance fees is as follows:

Arches or Canyonlands	Fee
Private vehicle	$30/vehicle
Individual (entry by foot or bicycle)	$15/person
Motorcycle	$25/motorcycle
Southeast Utah Group Annual Pass	$55

 

To reduce the risk of disease transmission, staff will discourage the use of cash at entrance booths. Visitors are strongly encouraged to pay by credit card or to pay online at pay.gov prior to their visit.

Fee revenues at these parks fund a wide variety of projects that improve park facilities and visitor experiences. Some recent projects have included: upgrading and addition of vault toilets, creation of new shade-covered picnic areas, redesign of visitor center exhibits, and improvement of backcountry campsites.

As a reminder, the following facilities and services are currently open:

• All park roads, trails, and restrooms,
• Commercial operations as previously permitted,
• Backcountry permits for Canyonlands (online only) and climbing/canyoneering permits for Arches, and
• Canyonlands Natural History Association park stores.

With public health in mind, the following facilities and services remain closed at this time:

• Visitor centers at both parks,
• The Fiery Furnace and backcountry camping at Arches,
• Devils Garden Campground at Arches and both campgrounds at Canyonlands (Willow Flat at Island in the Sky and The Needles Campground at The Needles).

The health and safety of those who visit and work in national parks continues to be paramount, which is why we ask visitors to be our partner in reducing unnecessary risk. Arches and Canyonlands conduct dozens of search and rescue operations each year, many of which could be avoided with visitors doing a bit more planning and making responsible decisions. During the ongoing health crisis, it’s critical that you make wise choices to help keep national park rangers and first responders out of harm’s way. Please follow these #RecreateResponsibly tips to safely spend time outside:  

1. Know before you go. Visit park websites or social media channels for current conditions. Make a plan, follow the 10 Essentials, and if you are sick, stay home. 
2. Keep it close. Follow the state and county orders governing the open status of the area you’re considering visiting. The National Park Service is working closely with governors and state and local health departments as we increase access and services across the National Park System.  
3. Keep your distance. Recreate with the people in your household. Give others plenty of room whether you are on a trail, at a boat launch, or in a parking lot. Follow the CDC social distancing guidelines for staying six feet away from others. Be prepared to cover your nose and mouth if you’re near others. 
4. Know your limits. Postpone challenging hikes or trying new activities while first responders, parks, and communities continue to concentrate on responding to the pandemic.  
5. If you brought it, take it with you. Trash collection and restroom facilities may be limited in some park areas. Follow Leave No Trace principles.