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Plan Your Visit
Key Information
Choosing an Entrance PassDo you have or qualify for a discounted America the Beautiful Pass?If you already have an America the Beautiful—the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass, that's the only entrance pass you need. Seniors, military, visitors with a permanent disability, and families with a 4th grader are eligible for a free or discounted America the Beautiful pass. How often do you plan to visit national parks in the next 12 months?If you don't qualify for a discounted America the Beautiful pass, we recommend choosing an entrance pass based on your trip plans.
Entrance PassesStandard Entrance Pass$15.00–$30.00
If you already have a valid Interagency Annual Pass, you will not be required to pay the 7-Day entrance fee. Pass holders must provide their Interagency Annual or Lifetime pass for validation or will be required to pay the entrance fee. Be prepared to show photo ID with your pass.
If you do not possess any valid pass, review the information below about entry fee options OR click on the Interagency Passes box to discover which pass is best for you. Entrance fees and America the Beautiful, National Parks & Federal Recreational Lands Passes, such as the Annual, Access, Senior, or Military pass, are also available at the park's entrance station upon arrival.
For VehiclesIf you enter the park in a motorized vehicle, your entrance pass covers both you and your passengers. Your passengers do not need a separate pass. This pass if good for 7 days.
In-person Purchase Locations
This pass is good for 7 days. In-person Purchase Locations
Purchase digital park entrance passes on recreation.gov at no additional cost. Once purchased, passes for Mesa Verde National Park must be printed or saved on your mobile device prior to use. Connectivity is limited in the park, therefore printing the permit or saving it on your phone is highly recommended.
Passes, including the America the Beautiful, National Parks & Federal Recreational Lands Passes, such as the Annual, Access, or Senior pass may be purchased at the entrance station upon arrival. In-person Purchase Locations
This pass is good for 7 days. In-person Purchase Locations
For Individuals without a VehicleIf you enter the park on a bicycle or on foot and are at least 16 years old, you need your own entrance pass. Children under the age of 16 don't need an entrance pass. This pass is good for 7 days. In-person Purchase Locations
Purchase digital park entrance passes on recreation.gov at no additional cost. Once purchased, passes for Mesa Verde National Park must be printed or saved on your mobile device prior to use. Connectivity is limited in the park, therefore printing the permit or saving it on your phone is highly recommended.
Passes, including the America the Beautiful, National Parks & Federal Recreational Lands Passes, such as the Annual, Access, or Senior pass may be purchased at the entrance station upon arrival. In-person Purchase Locations
Annual Entrance - Park$55.00 Details: Fee good for a year, beginning from the date of sale.
America the Beautiful—the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass
Covers entrance fees and standard amenity (day-use) fees at lands managed by
Depending on the type of entrance fee charged at a site, covers
America the Beautiful Passes are non-refundable, non-transferable and cannot be replaced if lost or stolen. Passholders must show valid photo identification (ID) with each pass. How to Get an America the Beautiful PassIn Person (Recommended)Passes can be purchased or picked up at over 1,000 federal recreation sites. Order Online, Receive by MailTo receive your pass by mail, order online at the USGS Online Store . Online orders are for physical passes, not digital passes, and may take up to three weeks to be processed and delivered. Order receipts may not be used in place of a physical pass. We recommend ordering at least three weeks in advance of your visit, or picking up a pass in person instead. 2025 Free Entrance Days in the National ParksCome 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:
Entrance fees are credit/debit only.Mesa Verde prefers mobile or electronic payments for all fees, passes and permits. This helps the park reduce transaction times, saves money, and improves accountability.Can I use contactless payments such as Apple Pay or my pre-paid Wallet phone App?Yes, you can use Apple Pay and other contactless payments systems at the entrance stantion. Can I use cash inside the park for food and gifts?Yes, cash and cards are accepted inside the park for purchases. How are my fee dollars used?Mesa Verde participates in the congressionally authorized Federal Recreation Lands Enhancement Act. Funds generated by the fees are used to accomplish projects the parks have been unable to fund through yearly Congressional allocations.Entrance Fees:
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| Winter (January 2 to April 30 and November 1 to December 31) | Fee: $25.00 plus $10.00 for each person, 16 years of age or older. |
| Summer (May 1 to October 31) | Fee: $25.00, plus $15.00 fee for each person, 16 years of age or older |
Commercial Tour Fees for 7-15 Person Vehicle Capacity
(not including driver)
(not including driver)
| Winter (January 2 to April 30 and November 1 to December 31) | Fee: $75.00 |
| Summer (May 1 to October 31) | Fee: $75.00 |
Commercial Tour Fees for 16-25 Person Vehicle Capacity
(not including driver)
| Winter (January 2 to April 30 and November 1 to December 31) | Fee: $100.00 |
| Summer (May 1 to October 31) | Fee: $100.00 |
Commercial Tour Fees for 26+ Person Vehicle Capacity
(not including driver)
| Winter (January 2 to April 30 and November 1 to December 31) | Fee: $200.00 |
| Summer (May 1 to October 31) | Fee: $200.00 |
Entrance Fees - Non-Commercial Tours
A per-person fee is charged for organized non-commercial groups in vehicles with a capacity of more than 16 persons. Organized non-commercial groups include church groups, college/school groups, scouts, service organizations, etc. All holders of America The Beautiful Interagency Passes, Golden Passports, Annual Mesa Verde passes, and those under 16 years of age will be exempt from payment of fees. (The above-named passes allow free entrance to individual pass holders under the conditions stated on the pass.)
The total fee charged for an Organized Non-Commercial Group will not exceed the charge for a commercial tour fee.
Non-Commercial Group Fee (based on vehicle capacity)
Non-Commercial Group Fee good for 7 days only for the same group of people for each re-entry.
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Less than 16 Person |
16-25 |
26+ Person |
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| Winter (January 2 to April 30 and November 1 to December 31) | $20.00 per vehicle | $10.00 per person, 16 years of age or older. Not to exceed $100.00 |
$10.00 per person, 16 years of age or older. Not to exceed $200.00 |
| Summer (May 1 to October 31) | $30.00 per vehicle | $15.00 per person, 16 years of age or older. Not to exceed $100.00 |
$15.00 per person, 16 years of age or older. Not to exceed $200.00 |
Last updated: May 7, 2025