NPS Rocky Mountain National Park will implement another pilot temporary timed entry permit reservation system from May 26 through October 22, 2023. For all details on timed entry permits and to see a list of frequently asked questions, visit the park's Timed Entry Permit Reservations page. What will the 2023 Timed Entry Permit System look like?All vehicles will need two things:
Entrance Fees and Park PassesA valid entrance fee or park pass is always required to enter Rocky Mountain National Park, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Overview of entrance requirementsAll visitors MUST have
Most visitors also need
Reservations and Timed EntryPark Access Timed Entry Permit Reservation (excludes Bear Lake Road) ReservationDates applicable May 26–Oct 22 Cost $2.00 Are you interested in driving over Trail Ridge Road, hiking at Wild Basin or Longs Peak, exploring the west side of the park or visiting other outlying areas? Then the Park Access Timed Entry Permit is best for you!
These timed entry permits are required to enter Rocky Mountain National Park beginning on May 26 through October 22, between the hours of 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
All visitors will need to things: a timed entry permit and a park entrance pass. More about this reservationPark Access+ Timed Entry Permit Reservations (includes Bear Lake Road) ReservationDates applicable May 26–Oct 22 Cost $2.00 Park Access+ Timed Entry Permits include access to destinations located along the Bear Lake Road Corridor, as well as all other areas of Rocky Mountain National Park. These timed entry permits are required to enter the Bear Lake Road Corridor between the hours of 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. MDT. More about this reservationEntrance PassesStandard Entrance Pass$15.00–$35.00
Are you planning to visit Rocky Mountain National Park anytime from May 26 through October 22? If so, you will need two things: a timed entry permit and a park entrance pass.
A valid entrance fee or park pass is always required to enter Rocky Mountain National Park, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
This includes, but is not exclusive to, Lumpy Ridge, Lily Lake, Longs Peak, Wild Basin, East Inlet, and North Inlet.
1-Day Vehicle Entrance Pass: this pass is valid for one private vehicle to enter RMNP for one day only. All passengers inside the vehicle are covered. In-person Purchase Locations
7-Day Vehicle Entrance Pass - $35.00
This vehicle entrance pass is valid entry to RMNP for 7 consecutive days In-person Purchase Locations
1-Day Per Person Entrance Pass - $15.00
This park entrance fee is for individuals, walk-ins, bicycles, and non-commercial groups for 1-day only. In-person Purchase Locations
1-Day Motorcycle Entrance Pass: this pass is valid for one private motorcycle to enter RMNP for one day. One pass is good for one motorcycle. In-person Purchase Locations
7-Day Motorcycle Entrance Pass - $30.00
This park entrance fee is valid for one motorcycle to enter RMNP for 7 consecutive days In-person Purchase Locations
Annual Entrance - Park$70.00 RMNP Park-specific Annual Pass In-person Purchase Locations
2023 Fee-free DaysNo entrance pass required on these days:
Commercial Tour FeesA fee will be assessed commercial tour vehicles based on passenger capacity. This means the total seating capacity, not the actual number of people.
Annual and lifetime passes may not be used to pay for commercial tours. 
NPS Planning to go Camping?For detailed information on camping in Rocky Mountain National Park and campground fees, visit the park's Campgrounds page. Your Fee Dollars at Work The Federal lands Recreation Enhancement Act (FLREA) funds projects in Rocky Mountain National Park that will help improve visitor experience and protect resources for future generations. Since 1997, over $60 million of entrance and camping fees has been spent on various improvements and projects in Rocky. The projects completed in 2013 include the following:
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Last updated: May 28, 2023