Yosemite National Park Entrance Fees & Passes – 2025 Guide
Planning a trip to Yosemite? Here’s the latest, traveler-friendly breakdown of 2025 entrance fees, annual passes, and special entry programs so you can budget smart and get straight to adventure.
Standard Yosemite Entrance Fees (2025)
| Pass/Entry Type | Valid For | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Private vehicle | 7 days | $35 |
| Motorcycle | 7 days | $30 |
| Individual (bike/foot/horse) | 7 days | $20 |
| Yosemite Annual Pass | 12 months | $70 |
| America the Beautiful Pass | 12 months | $80 |
Tip: Your vehicle pass covers everyone traveling inside the car—one fee, all passengers included. Children 15 & under are always free.
What Pass Is Right For You?
- Day/Short Visit?
- Pay the standard entry fee at the gate for your vehicle, motorcycle, or by person if entering on foot or bike.
- Visiting More Than Once?
- The Yosemite Annual Pass ($70) earns unlimited entry to Yosemite for 12 months. Great for repeat visits.
- The America the Beautiful Pass ($80) allows entry to 2,000+ national parks and federal sites—ideal for a year of adventure.
How & Where To Purchase
- At the Entrance Gate: Pay when you arrive using a credit card or mobile payment (no cash).
- Online:
- Buy annual or national passes online for quick entry. (For entrance fee ONLY; reservation/timed entry is separate.)
- Order at least three weeks ahead if getting a physical pass by mail.
- By Phone: Call 1-888-GO-PARKS for pre-visit purchases.
Free & Discounted Entry Programs
- Active US Military & Dependents: Free annual pass (with valid military ID).
- US Veterans & Gold Star Families: Free admission—all year, all parks.
- Visitors With Permanent Disabilities: Free life-time Access Pass (with qualifying documentation).
- 4th Graders & Families: Free admission for 4th graders via the Every Kid Outdoors program.
- Educational/Academic Groups: Eligible for free entry on accredited visits.
2025 Yosemite Free Entrance Days
Plan your visit for these no-fee dates in 2025:
- January 20: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- April 19: First Day of National Park Week
- June 19: Juneteenth National Independence Day
- August 4: The Great American Outdoors Act
- September 27: National Public Lands Day
- November 11: Veterans Day
On these days, entrance fees are waived for all, but camping, lodging, and activity fees still apply.
Special Group & Commercial Rates
| Group Type | Fee Structure |
|---|---|
| Educational Groups | Free (by waiver, with pre-approval) |
| Commercial Tours (1–6 seats) | $25 + $20/person |
| Commercial Tours (7–15 seats) | $125 |
| Commercial Tours (16–25 seats) | $200 |
| Commercial Bus (26+ seats) | $300 |
Key Planning Tips
- Entrances are open 24/7 (except Hetch Hetchy: sunrise to sunset), and you can pay on the way out if the gate is unstaffed.
- Entrance passes only cover admission—they don’t replace park reservations (which are required during peak season dates and times).
- Reservation FAQ: During summer 2025, entry reservations are also needed on select dates/hours for most vehicles—have both your reservation and your entry pass ready.
Summary
- Vehicle pass (7 days): $35, covers everyone in the car
- Annual Yosemite pass: $70
- America the Beautiful annual pass: $80 (all federal lands)
- Special programs: Free for military, veterans, 4th graders, disabled visitors, and eligible academic groups
- Buy passes at the gate, online, or by phone
- Reservations required separately during some 2025 dates/times
Plan ahead, choose the right pass, and you’ll be set for a stress-free Yosemite adventure!
