Covers entrance fees for passholder plus three adults at Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site. This pass can be purchased at the entrance inside the fort and at the Western National Parks Association park store in the back of the fort. Good for one year from purchase. Non-transferable and non-refundable.
The 2023 The America the Beautiful-The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass
Photo on the pass by Karla Rivera, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, 2021 Share the Experience Photo Contest Grand Prize Winner
America the Beautiful - National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass - Cost $80:
This pass is available to the general public and provides access to and use of federal recreation sites that charge an entrance or standard amenity fee for a year, beginning from the date of sale.
The pass admits the passholder plus 3 adults at per person areas, or passholder(s) and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas (children under 16 are admitted free).
The pass can be obtained from a ranger at the entrance of the fort, at the Western National Parks Association Park Store in the back of the fort, or by calling 1-888-ASK USGS, Ext. 1, or via the Internet at https://store.usgs.gov/pass.
Lifetime Senior Pass
Photo on the pass is by Lori Wilkinson, Yellowstone National Park
America the Beautiful - National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Lifetime Senior Pass - Cost $80:
This is a lifetime pass for U.S. citizens or permanent residents age 62 or older.
Honored nationwide at all Forest Service, National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, and US Fish & Wildlife Service sites charging entrance or standard amenity fees.
The pass belongs to the signer only and s/he must be present for the pass to be used. Photo identification may be requested to verify pass ownership.
The pass admits the passholder plus three adults at per person areas, or passholder(s) and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas (children under 16 are admitted free).
The pass can be obtained in person from a ranger at the fort, or via the internet at https://store.usgs.gov/pass. Passes purchased through USGS have an extra $10 processing fee.
The Senior Pass provides a 50 percent discount on some expanded amenity fees charged for facilities and services such as camping, swimming, boat launch, and specialized interpretive services.
In some cases where expanded amenity fees are charged, only the passholder will be given the 50 percent price reduction.
The pass is non-transferable and generally does not cover or reduce special recreation permit fees or fees charged by concessionaires.
The 2023 Interagency Senior Annual Pass
Photo on the pass by Karla Rivera, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, 2021 Share the Experience Photo Contest Grand Prize Winner
America the Beautiful - National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Annual Senior Pass - Cost $20:
This is an annual pass for U.S. citizens or permanent residents age 62 or older and is valid for one year from month of purchase.
A $20 Senior Annual Pass may be applied towards the purchase of a $80 Senior Lifetime Pass. Simply bring your Senior Annual pass(es), with your name on the signature line. Each valid pass will count as $20 towards the $80 purchase price of the Senior Lifetime Pass.
The pass belongs to the signer only and s/he must be present for the pass to be used. Photo identification may be requested to verify pass ownership.
Honored nationwide at all Forest Service, National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, and US Fish & Wildlife Service sites charging entrance or standard amenity fees.
The pass admits the passholder plus three adults at per person areas, or passholder(s) and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas (children under 16 are admitted free).
The pass can be obtained in person from a ranger at the entrance to the fort or via the internet at https://store.usgs.gov/pass. Passes purchased through USGS have an extra $10 processing fee.
The Senior Pass provides a 50 percent discount on some expanded amenity fees charged for facilities and services such as camping, swimming, boat launch, and specialized interpretive services.
In some cases where expanded amenity fees are charged, only the passholder will be given the 50 percent price reduction.
The pass is non-transferable and generally does not cover or reduce special recreation permit fees or fees charged by concessionaires.
Access Pass
America the Beautiful - National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Access Pass - Free:
This is a lifetime pass for U.S. citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities.
Documentation is required to obtain the pass. Acceptable documentation includes: statement by a licensed physician; document issued by federal agency such as the Veteran's Administration, Social Security Disability Income or Supplemental Security Income; or document issued by a state agency such as a vocational rehabilitation agency.
The pass provides access to and use of federal recreation sites that charge an entrance or standard amenity.
The pass admits the passholder plus three adults at per person areas, or passholder(s) and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas (children under 16 are admitted free).
The pass can only be obtained in person at the park.
The Access Pass provides a 50 percent discount on some expanded amenity fees charged for facilities and services such as camping, swimming, boat launching, and specialized interpretive services.
In some cases where expanded amenity fees are charged, only the passholder will be given the 50 percent price reduction.
The pass is non-transferable and generally does not cover or reduce special recreation permit fees or fees charged by concessionaires.
The new Interagency Pass - Military Lifetime
NPS/Jacob W. Frank
America the Beautiful - National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Access Pass Military Lifetime Pass - Free:
Available for:
Gold Star Families with a valid Gold Star Family Voucher
US military veterans with a valid, veteran ID
The pass can be obtained in person from a ranger at the entrance to the fort or via the internet at https://store.usgs.gov/pass. Passes purchased through USGS have an extra $10 processing fee.
The pass admits the passholder plus 3 adults at per person areas, or passholder(s) and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas (children under 16 are admitted free).
The 2023 Interagency Pass - Military Annual Pass
Photo on the pass by Karla Rivera, 2021 Share the Experience Photo Contest Grand Prize Winner
America the Beautiful - National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Annual Pass for Military and their Dependents - Free:
Available for:
Current US military members and their dependents in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, and Space Force, as well as Reserve and National Guard members. Please check photo ID requirements before arriving.
Obtained in person at Federal recreation sites that charge entrance or standard amenity fees.
Covers entrance to Fish and Wildlife Service and National Park Service sites that charge Entrance Fees, and Standard Amenity Fees at Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Reclamation sites.
Admits the pass owners plus three adults at sites that charge per person or pass owner and any accompanying passengers in a private non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas (children under 16 are admitted free).
Non-transferable
The 2023 Interagency Volunteer Annual Pass
Photo on the pass by Karla Rivera, 2021 Share the Experience Photo Contest Grand Prize Winner
America the Beautiful - National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Volunteer Pass - Free:
This pass is for volunteers acquiring 250 service hours on a cumulative basis.
It provides access to and use of federal recreation sites that charge an entrance or standard amenity fee for a year, beginning from the date of award.
The pass admits the passholder plus three adults at per person fee areas and passholder and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas (children under 16 are admitted free).
Contact the park at 719-383-5010 to learn about volunteer opportunities in Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site.
The September 1, 2022 - August 31, 2023 - 4th Grade Pass
Photo on the pass by Anthony Graziano at Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge in New York.
America the Beautiful - National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Annual Pass for 4th Grade Students and their Families - Free
Available to every 4th grade student and their family starting September 1, 2021 through August 31, 2022.
Obtained in person at Federal recreation sites that charge entrance or standard amenity fees. Student must complete short activities and download a voucher that is available at www.everykidoutdoors.gov. The vouchers are exchanged for the 4th Grade Pass and the child must be present to obtain the pass. Bring your voucher to a ranger at the fort entrance to get your pass.
Covers entrance to Fish and Wildlife Service and National Park Service sites that charge entrance fees, and Standard Amenity Fees at Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Reclamation sites.
Admits the pass owner (4th grade student) and three adults in sites that charge per person or pass owner and any accompanying passengers in a private non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas (children under 16 are admitted free). The fourth grade student must be present at the time of entry to the park for the pass to be valid.
