Fees & Reservations

America the Beautiful – The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass Series

First State National Historical Park does not sell America the Beautiful passes. However, these passes can be purchased online or at other fee-based national parks and federal recreation lands.

If you're visiting Delaware and would like to buy a pass in person, we recommend checking with nearby locations such as Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge or Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge. Before making the trip, please contact the site you are visiting to confirm their hours of operation and the current availability of passes.

 

Changes to Entrance Fees and Passes in 2026

Learn about a few upcoming changes to entrance fees and passes for non-US residents and motorcycles that begin on January 1, 2026.

Free
No entrance pass required

An entrance pass is not required to access First State National Monument.

Other National Park Service sites may require an entrance pass or fee. Depending on your trip plans, an interagency pass may save you money.

First State NHP a fee-free park—there is no entrance fee or requirement for passes to explore our sites. However, some locations within the park are operated by our valued partners, who may charge a modest fee for special tours, programs, or events. To learn more about any potential fees, please visit the Places to Go section and select the site you're interested in. There, you’ll find details about the operating organization and any costs associated with their services.

2026 Free Entrance Days in the National Parks

Come experience the national parks! All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone (other fees, including timed entry or reservation fees, may apply). Mark your calendar for these entrance fee-free dates:

Beginning in 2026, free entrance on these days will be for US citizens and residents only. Nonresidents will pay the regular entrance fee and any applicable nonresident fees.

 
 

Last updated: December 2, 2025

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

First State National Historical Park
10 Market Street

New Castle, DE 19720

Phone:

302-317-3854
To speak to a park ranger, call the park Welcome Center (302-317-3854) and someone will return your call as soon as possible. For a more immediate response, please email the park at firststate@nps.gov.

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