Overview of entrance requirementsAll visitors MUST have
Entrance PassesStandard Entrance Pass$15.00–$30.00 This permit allows all persons traveling with the permit holder in one single private, non-commercial vehicle (car/truck/van) to leave and re-enter the park as many times as they wish during the 7-day period from the date of purchase. In-person Purchase Locations
This permit allows persons traveling on one motorcycle to leave and re-enter the park as many times as they wish during the 7-day period from the date of purchase. In-person Purchase Locations
This permit allows a single individual traveling on foot or individuals traveling on one bicycle to leave and re-enter the park as many times as they wish during the 7-day period from the date of purchase. In-person Purchase Locations
For Organizations & Businesses1 - 6 Passenger Vehicle: $25 + $10 per person
In addition to the entrance fees listed below, additional permits are required for commercial groups, special park uses (weddings, memorialization, group events, etc.), commercial film and photography, research, and more. In-person Purchase Locations
7 - 15 Passenger Vehicle: $75
In addition to the entrance fees listed below, additional permits are required for commercial groups, special park uses (weddings, memorialization, group events, etc.), commercial film and photography, research, and more. In-person Purchase Locations
16 - 25 Passenger Vehicle: $100
In addition to the entrance fees listed below, additional permits are required for commercial groups, special park uses (weddings, memorialization, group events, etc.), commercial film and photography, research, and more. In-person Purchase Locations
26 + Passenger Vehicle: $200
In addition to the entrance fees listed below, additional permits are required for commercial groups, special park uses (weddings, memorialization, group events, etc.), commercial film and photography, research, and more. In-person Purchase Locations
Non-commercial Groups (e.g., Scout groups, church groups, etc.) entering in a vehicle with a capacity of 16 persons or more are charged per-person for each person on board, not to exceed $200. In-person Purchase Locations
Annual Entrance - Park$55.00 This pass allows all persons traveling with the pass holder in one single private, non-commercial vehicle (car/truck/van) or those on a motorcycle to leave and re-enter the park as many times as they wish for 12 months from the month of purchase. In-person Purchase Locations
2023 Fee-free DaysNo entrance pass required on these days:
How to Pay Your FeeDeath Valley National Park prefers debit/credit cards or digital payments for entrance and campground fees. Beginning June 1st, 2023, no cash will be accepted. If you will only have cash when visiting the park, consider purchasing your pass online before your visit or see below for authorized third-party vendors. ![]()
Payment of park entrance fees using a credit card may be done at fee machines 24/7 (weekly fee only- no America the Beautiful Pass sales at fee machines) at these locations:
Authorized Third-Party Vendors (cash or card)
Campground Fee InformationCampground fees vary with each campground. Learn more about the fees at each campground. |
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Last updated: May 20, 2023