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Reservation Requirements in 2024
A reservation is required from 5 am to 4 pm on some dates from April 13 through October 27, 2024. April 13–June 30: weekends and holidays only. July 1–August 16: Daily. August 17– October 27: weekends and holidays only.
Reservations and timed entry
Get an entrance pass
All visitors must have **one** of these entrance passes:
Pass
PriceStandard Pass
$20.00–$35.00Annual Pass
$70.00America the Beautiful Pass
(includes Senior Passes)
FREE–$80.00Help me choose an entrance passReservations and Timed Entry
ReservationRequired to drive into Yosemite on weekends and holidaysBook now ReservationDates applicableApr 13–Jun 30Cost$2.00A reservation is required to drive into or through Yosemite National Park between 5 am and 4 pm on weekends and holidays.ExceptionsIf you have an in-park camping, lodging, or vacation rental reservation, a Half Dome permit or wilderness permit reservation, or are entering via regional transit or authorized tour groups, you do not need an additional reservation.More about this reservationShow lessabout  Reservation ReservationRequired to drive into Yosemite seven days days per weekBook now ReservationDates applicableJul 1–Aug 16Cost$2.00A reservation will be required to drive into or through Yosemite National Park every day from 5 am to 4 pm from July 1 through August 16.ExceptionsIf you have an in-park camping, lodging, or vacation rental reservation, a Half Dome permit or wilderness permit reservation, or are entering via regional transit or authorized tour groups, you do not need an additional reservation.More about this reservationShow lessabout  Reservation ReservationRequired to drive into Yosemite on weekends and holidaysBook now ReservationDates applicableAug 17–Oct 27Cost$2.00A reservation is required to drive into or through Yosemite National Park between 5 am and 4 pm on weekends and holidays.ExceptionsIf you have an in-park camping, lodging, or vacation rental reservation, a Half Dome permit or wilderness permit reservation, or are entering via regional transit or authorized tour groups, you do not need an additional reservation.More about this reservationShow lessabout  ReservationChoosing 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.
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We recommendThis park, once
Standard PassThis park, multiple times
Annual PassMore than one national park or federal recreation site
America the Beautiful PassEntrance Passes
Standard Pass
Annual Pass
America the Beautiful PassStandard Entrance Pass
$20.00–$35.00
We accept major credit cards and mobile payment services (we do not accept cash) when you arrive. Online purchase of entrance fees is not available.
All park entrances (except Hetch Hetchy) are open 24 hours per day. If the entrance station is unstaffed when you arrive, you can pay on the way out.
America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Annual Passes do cover park entrance fees (but not reservation requirements or fees if they are in place).
Private Vehicle$35.00This fee is valid for three consecutive days for a non-commercial car, pickup truck, RV, or van with 15 or fewer passenger seats. This fee covers the vehicle and everyone inside of it. (This fee is valid for seven consecutive days when a reservation isn't required.)In-person Purchase Locations**South Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Arch Rock Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Big Oak Flat Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Hetch Hetchy Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Tioga Pass Entrance**Credit/Debit Only Motorcycle$30.00This fee is valid for three consecutive days for a non-commercial motorcycle (cost is per motorcycle, not person).In-person Purchase Locations**South Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Arch Rock Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Big Oak Flat Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Hetch Hetchy Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Tioga Pass Entrance**Credit/Debit Only Per Person$20.00This fee is valid for three consecutive days for people entering on foot, a bicycle, a horse, or a non-commercial bus or van. People 15 years and younger are free.In-person Purchase Locations**South Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Arch Rock Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Big Oak Flat Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Hetch Hetchy Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Tioga Pass Entrance**Credit/Debit Only
For Organizations & Businesses
Education/Academic Group$0.00An educational fee waiver is available for educational and scientific groups that are accredited or tax-exempt for educational purposes planning a trip for educational or scientific purposes related to Yosemite that is not primarily recreational.More information Commercial Sedan (1-6 seats)$45.00–$125.00The fee is $25 plus $20 per person, not to exceed $105. This fee is valid for seven consecutive days. A commercial use authorization is required.In-person Purchase Locations**South Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Arch Rock Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Big Oak Flat Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Hetch Hetchy Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Tioga Pass Entrance**Credit/Debit OnlyMore information Commercial Van (7-15 seats)$125.00This fee is valid for seven consecutive days. A commercial use authorization is required.In-person Purchase Locations**South Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Arch Rock Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Big Oak Flat Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Hetch Hetchy Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Tioga Pass Entrance**Credit/Debit OnlyMore information Commercial Mini-bus (16-25 seats)$200.00This fee is valid for seven consecutive days. A commercial use authorization is required.In-person Purchase Locations**South Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Arch Rock Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Big Oak Flat Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Hetch Hetchy Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Tioga Pass Entrance**Credit/Debit OnlyMore information Commercial Motor Coach (26+ seats)$300.00This fee is valid for seven consecutive days. A commercial use authorization is required.In-person Purchase Locations**South Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Arch Rock Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Big Oak Flat Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Hetch Hetchy Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Tioga Pass Entrance**Credit/Debit OnlyMore information Non-commercial Group (16+ persons)$20.00This fee is valid for seven consecutive days. People 15 years and younger are freeIn-person Purchase Locations**South Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Arch Rock Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Big Oak Flat Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Hetch Hetchy Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Tioga Pass Entrance**Credit/Debit Only
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Annual Entrance - ParkAnnual Entrance - Park$70.00Annual pass providing free entrance to Yosemite for 12 months from the date of purchase.In-person Purchase Locations**South Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Arch Rock Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Big Oak Flat Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Hetch Hetchy Entrance**Credit/Debit Only**Tioga Pass Entrance**Credit/Debit OnlyShow lessabout Annual Entrance - Park
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 EngineersDepending on the type of entrance fee charged at a site, covers
One private vehicle fee
or
Four per person fees
Type
Available to
PriceAnnual Pass
Everyone
$80.00Annual Senior Pass
US citizens and permanent residents 62+ years old
$20.00Lifetime Senior Pass
US citizens and permanent residents 62+ years old
$80.00Annual Military Pass
Current US military and dependents
FreeLifetime Military Pass
Gold Star Family members and veterans
FreeAccess Pass
US citizens and permanent residents with permanent disability
Free4th Grade Pass
US 4th graders
FreeVolunteer Pass
Federal recreation site volunteers with 250 service hours
FreeAmerica 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 or by phone:
1-888-275-8747, extension 1. Hours of
operation are 8 am to 4 pm Mountain Time.
Close2024 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 may apply). Mark your calendar for these entrance fee-free dates:Monday, January 15 — Martin Luther King, Jr. DaySaturday, April 20 — First Day of National Park WeekWednesday, June 19 — JuneteenthSunday, August 4 — The Great American Outdoors ActSaturday, September 28 — National Public Lands DayMonday, November 11 — Veterans Day
 Last updated: February 13, 2024
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