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UPDATED: National Park & Federal Land Passes Explained - NEW Non-Resident Fee Details and more
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- Parkography
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- Jan 8, 2026
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- 1504
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Summary
In this episode, I'm again breaking down the various types of passes available for national parks and other federal recreation areas, now updated with the new non-resident pass and non-resident fees. We have all of the details about how that will work for residents and non-residents alike. I'll explain the America the Beautiful Pass, the Senior Pass, the Access Pass, and the Military Pass, detailing their benefits and eligibility criteria. Learn which pass is right for you, how to obtain it, and how to maximize your visits to federal lands. Order your passes online here: https://store.usgs.gov/recreational-passes Get the Every Kid Outdoors 4th & 5th Grade Pass here: https://everykidoutdoors.gov/index.htm Find the Slinky Stove that's right for your next adventure at: https://www.slinkystove.com/?ref=PARKography Join the PARKography Facebook group to discuss this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/parkography Check out our other channels focused on RV travel: @RVMiles @RVMilesPodcast 00:00 Introduction to National Park Passes00:26 Major Changes to Passes in 202601:00 Understanding Interagency Passes02:08 Annual Pass Details05:49 Non-Resident Fees and Passes09:25 Digital vs. Physical Passes13:10 Special Passes: Senior, Access, and Military19:20 Purchasing and Using Passes21:59 Common Questions and Tips24:37 Conclusion