Fees & Passes

Plan Your Visit

Key Information

  1. Get an entrance pass

    All visitors must have one of these entrance passes:

    Pass Price
    Standard Pass $15.00–$30.00
    Annual Pass $55.00
    America the Beautiful Pass (includes Senior Passes) FREE–$80.00

    Help me choose an entrance pass

  2. Plan to go cashless

    This park does not accept cash.

Choosing an Entrance Pass

Do 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.

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.

I'm visiting... We recommend
This park, once Standard Pass
This park, multiple times Annual Pass
More than one national park or federal recreation site America the Beautiful Pass

Entrance Passes

The annual park pass covers entrance fees for the pass holder and accompanying passengers in a single, private, non-commercial vehicle at Mount Rainier National Park. This pass does not cover camping fees and is non-transferable and non-refundable. If you already own a valid annual or lifetime pass (Interagency Senior, Annual, Military, etc) you do not need to purchase this pass. NOTE: The Discover Pass is for Washington State Parks only and does not cover Mount Rainier National Park.

Standard Entrance Pass

$15.00–$30.00

Entrances are generally staffed during daylight hours, though may be staffed earlier or later. If entering the park outside of daylight hours, purchase a pass at the next available staffed entrance (card/electronic payment only). Entrance passes can also be purchased in local communities (cash/card). Printed vouchers are preferred, but digital vouchers will be accepted for the standard entry fee only: the Single Vehicle 1-7 day pass. If you have purchased any type of Annual Pass or want to upgrade a Single Vehicle pass, a printed or downloaded digital copy of the voucher is required.

For Vehicles

If 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.

Costs for vehicles with more than 15 passengers are listed below under Organizations and Businesses.

Grants unlimited entry for one vehicle and passengers for seven consecutive days. Vehicle must be private, noncommercial, and with a seating capacity of 15 or less.

In-person Purchase Locations

  • Nisqually Entrance

    Credit/Debit Only

  • Stevens Canyon Entrance

    Credit/Debit Only

  • White River

    Credit/Debit Only

  • Carbon River Ranger Station

    Credit/Debit Only

  • Mowich Lake Entrance & Paul Peak Trailhead

    Credit/Debit Only

More information

Grants unlimited entry for one motorcycle and passenger for seven consecutive days.

In-person Purchase Locations

  • Nisqually Entrance

    Credit/Debit Only

  • Stevens Canyon Entrance

    Credit/Debit Only

  • White River

    Credit/Debit Only

  • Carbon River Ranger Station

    Credit/Debit Only

  • Mowich Lake Entrance & Paul Peak Trailhead

    Credit/Debit Only

More information

For Individuals without a Vehicle

If 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.

Walk-up or single bicycle fee. Grants unlimited entry for seven consecutive days.

In-person Purchase Locations

  • Nisqually Entrance

    Credit/Debit Only

  • Stevens Canyon Entrance

    Credit/Debit Only

  • White River

    Credit/Debit Only

  • Carbon River Ranger Station

    Credit/Debit Only

  • Mowich Lake Entrance & Paul Peak Trailhead

    Credit/Debit Only

More information

For Organizations & Businesses

These fees are charged only to commercial organizations, such as tour companies. This fee is determined by the seating capacity of the vehicle. For sedan with 1 to 6 seats, the fee is $30 + $15 per client.

In-person Purchase Locations

  • Nisqually Entrance

    Credit/Debit Only

  • Stevens Canyon Entrance

    Credit/Debit Only

  • White River

    Credit/Debit Only

More information

These fees are charged only to commercial organizations, such as tour companies. This fee is determined by the seating capacity of the vehicle.

In-person Purchase Locations

  • Nisqually Entrance

    Credit/Debit Only

  • Stevens Canyon Entrance

    Credit/Debit Only

  • White River

    Credit/Debit Only

More information

These fees are charged only to commercial organizations, such as tour companies. This fee is determined by the seating capacity of the vehicle.

In-person Purchase Locations

  • Nisqually Entrance

    Credit/Debit Only

  • Stevens Canyon Entrance

    Credit/Debit Only

  • White River

    Credit/Debit Only

More information

These fees are charged only to commercial organizations, such as tour companies. This fee is determined by the seating capacity of the vehicle. NOTE: There are no current road restrictions for unmodified motor coaches of the standard length in the park. However, be aware that roads in the park are steep, narrow, and winding. In particular, it is recommended that RVs and vehicles with trailers longer than 25 feet LOA not travel up the Sunrise Road beyond the White River Campground intersection.

In-person Purchase Locations

  • Nisqually Entrance

    Credit/Debit Only

  • Stevens Canyon Entrance

    Credit/Debit Only

  • White River

    Credit/Debit Only

More information
Annual Entrance - Park

Annual Entrance - Park

$55.00

Grants unlimited entry for one year to pass owner and passengers in a single, private, non-commercial vehicle. This pass does not cover camping fees and is non-transferable and non-refundable. If you already own a valid annual or lifetime pass (Interagency Senior, Annual, Military, etc) you do not need to purchase this pass. NOTE: The Discover Pass is for Washington State Parks only and does not cover Mount Rainier National Park.

In-person Purchase Locations

  • Nisqually Entrance

    Credit/Debit Only

  • Stevens Canyon Entrance

    Credit/Debit Only

  • White River

    Credit/Debit Only

America the Beautiful—the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass

A stack of all six versions of the America the Beautiful Pass

Covers entrance fees and standard amenity (day-use) fees at lands managed by

  • National Park Service
  • US Fish & Wildlife Service
  • US Forest Service
  • Bureau of Land Management
  • Bureau of Reclamation
  • US Army of Corps of Engineers

Depending on the type of entrance fee charged at a site, covers
One private vehicle fee
or
Four per person fees

Type Available to Price
Annual Pass Everyone $80.00
Senior Annual Pass US citizens and permanent residents 62+ years old $20.00
Senior Lifetime Pass US citizens and permanent residents 62+ years old $80.00
Military Annual Pass Current US military and dependents Free
Military Lifetime Pass Gold Star Family members and veterans Free
Access Pass US citizens and permanent residents with permanent disability Free
4th Grade Pass US 4th graders Free
Volunteer Pass Federal recreation site volunteers with 250 service hours Free

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 Pass

In Person (Recommended)

Passes can be purchased or picked up at over 1,000 federal recreation sites.

Purchase and pickup locations

Order Online, Receive by Mail

To 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.

2024 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:

 
 

Note regarding Military Pass: Available for current US military members and their dependents in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard, as well as most members of the US Reserves and National Guard. Proper military ID required (CAC Card or DoD Form 1173).

Note regarding Fourth Grade Pass: Available for US students in the fourth grade. Before coming to the park, please get a voucher from the Every Kid Outdoors website and bring the printed voucher to the park to get the pass.

Other Fees & Permits

  • Education Fee Waiver - Groups from qualified education institutions are eligible for a fee waiver if they are coming to study park resources. Fee waivers must be applied for at least one month prior to your planned visit. Complete an Education Fee Waiver application and email to mora_fee_waiver@nps.gov. Applications accepted by email ONLY; no fax or mail-in applications
  • Campgrounds - Learn more about camping reservations, regulations, and fees.
  • Permits & Reservations - Information about Special Use Permits, Wilderness Reservation Permit, Climbing Pass, and Scientific Research & Collecting Permit.
 
Mount Rainier reflected in a lake surrounded by fireweed wildflowers.
Special Use Permits

Want to film in the park? Get married? Spread ashes? You will need a Special Use Permit for these and other special activities.

A sign next to a path leading to a rustic building reads "Wilderness Information Center - Permits".
Wilderness Permits

A wilderness permit is required for all overnight camping. Learn how to reserve a permit or acquire a first-come, first-served permit.

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Avoid Summer Congestion

Plan ahead to avoid summer traffic! On busy weekends expect long waits at entrances and full parking lots.

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

55210 238th Avenue East
Ashford, WA 98304

Phone:

360 569-2211

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