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Senior, Military & Other Passes
The Annual Pass offered on this website is just one of several Pass options available. If you are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident age 62 or older, have a permanent disability, are a current U.S. Military member, Gold Star Family member, veteran or are a student in the 4th grade, you may qualify for other passes. For more information contact your local participating Federal recreation site.
Senior Lifetime & Annual Passes
Military Annual Pass
Military Lifetime Pass
Access Lifetime Pass
Free 4th Grade Pass
Getting Your Senior Pass
- Eligibility: For U.S. citizens or permanent residents age 62 or over.
- Cost: $80 lifetime / $20 annual. Includes entrance for you + passengers in one vehicle.
- Where to buy: In person at a federal recreation site (recommended). Online requires eligibility verification. See NPS.gov.
- Benefits: Entrance for pass owner + passengers in a single private, non-commercial vehicle at federal recreation sites.
- Please note: Photo ID may be required; passes are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Recommended Gear & Guides
Daylite Plus Pack
REI | Osprey
Lightweight daypack with easy-access pockets—comfortable for half-day strolls and sightseeing.
Storm 500-R Headlamp
REI | black diamond
Rechargeable, bright, and simple big-button controls—no fumbling with spare batteries.
Flexlite camp boss chair
rei
Stable, supportive camp chair that’s easier to get in and out of—packs small for car trips.
Top Rated Experiences
las vegas to Grand canyon south rim
bus tour
full day
Easy
Yellowstone lower loop day tour
guided van tour
full day
easy to moderate
Guide handles the driving and timing; boardwalks and viewpoints at an easy pace.
Yosemite
Valley & Glacier point
adaptive tour
half-day
Fully Accessible
Small-group tour of Yosemite’s iconic sights, designed for travelers of all mobility levels—comfortable pace with minimal walking.
Best Places to Stay
El Tovar hotel
grand canyon
Located in the park with canyon views. Steps from the Rim Trail & Shuttle.
On-site Dining & Parking
Price $$$
Old Faithful Inn
Yellowstone
Incredible location and architecture with commanding views of Old Faithful.
On-site Dining & Parking
Price $$-$$$
Red Cliffs Lodge
Arches
Minutes from Arches & Moab within an incredible red rock canyon right on the Colorado River.
On-site Dining & Parking
Price $$-$$$
Getting Your Military Annual Pass
- Eligibility: The Military-Annual Pass is available to current members of the U.S. Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard, Space Force, and National Guard with valid DoD CAC card and dependents of current U.S. military members with valid DD Form 1173 or Next Generation USID Dependent Card.
- Cost: FREE
- Where to buy: In person at a federal recreation site (recommended). Online requires eligibility verification. See NPS.gov.
- Benefits: Entrance for pass owner + passengers in a single private, non-commercial vehicle at federal recreation sites.
- Please note: Photo ID may be required; passes are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Recommended Gear & Guides
Daylite Plus Pack
REI | Osprey
Lightweight daypack with easy-access pockets—comfortable for half-day strolls and sightseeing.
Storm 500-R Headlamp
REI | black diamond
Rechargeable, bright, and simple big-button controls—no fumbling with spare batteries.
Flexlite camp boss chair
rei
Stable, supportive camp chair that’s easier to get in and out of—packs small for car trips.
Top Rated Experiences
las vegas to Grand canyon south rim
bus tour
full day
Easy
Yellowstone lower loop day tour
guided van tour
full day
easy to moderate
Guide handles the driving and timing; boardwalks and viewpoints at an easy pace.
Zion & Bryce Canyon Scenic Tour
small group tour
full day
moderate
Full-day small-group tour to two of Utah’s most iconic parks—includes scenic drives, overlooks, and optional short hikes with some uneven terrain.
Best Places to Stay
El Tovar hotel
grand canyon
Located in the park with canyon views. Steps from the Rim Trail & Shuttle.
On-site Dining & Parking
Price $$$
Old Faithful Inn
Yellowstone
Incredible location and architecture with commanding views of Old Faithful.
On-site Dining & Parking
Price $$-$$$
Yosemite
Valley Lodge
Yosemite
In the middle of Yosemite Valley, easy access to the shuttle. Enjoy unmatched views of Yosemite Falls.
On-site Dining & Parking
Price $$$
Red Cliffs Lodge
Arches
Minutes from Arches & Moab within an incredible red rock canyon right on the Colorado River.
On-site Dining & Parking
Price $$-$$$
Getting Your MilitaRY Lifetime Pass
- Eligibility: The Military-Lifetime Pass is available to Gold Star family members and U.S. military veterans.
- Cost: FREE
- Where to buy: In person at a federal recreation site (recommended). Online requires eligibility verification. See NPS.gov.
- Benefits: Entrance for pass owner + passengers in a single private, non-commercial vehicle at federal recreation sites.
- Please note: Photo ID may be required; passes are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Recommended Gear & Guides
Daylite Plus Pack
REI | Osprey
Lightweight daypack with easy-access pockets—comfortable for half-day strolls and sightseeing.
Storm 500-R Headlamp
REI | black diamond
Rechargeable, bright, and simple big-button controls—no fumbling with spare batteries.
Flexlite camp boss chair
rei
Stable, supportive camp chair that’s easier to get in and out of—packs small for car trips.
Top Rated Experiences
las vegas to Grand canyon south rim
bus tour
full day
Easy
Yellowstone lower loop day tour
guided van tour
full day
easy to moderate
Guide handles the driving and timing; boardwalks and viewpoints at an easy pace.
Zion & Bryce Canyon Scenic Tour
small group tour
full day
moderate
Full-day small-group tour to two of Utah’s most iconic parks—includes scenic drives, overlooks, and optional short hikes with some uneven terrain.
Best Places to Stay
El Tovar hotel
grand canyon
Located in the park with canyon views. Steps from the Rim Trail & Shuttle.
On-site Dining & Parking
Price $$$
Old Faithful Inn
Yellowstone
Incredible location and architecture with commanding views of Old Faithful.
On-site Dining & Parking
Price $$-$$$
Red Cliffs Lodge
Arches
Minutes from Arches & Moab within an incredible red rock canyon right on the Colorado River.
On-site Dining & Parking
Price $$-$$$
Getting Your ACCESS Lifetime Pass
- Eligibility: Available to U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States that have been medically determined to have a permanent disability (does not have to be a 100% disability). military veterans.
- Cost: FREE
- Where to buy: In person at a federal recreation site (recommended). Online requires eligibility verification. See NPS.gov.
- Benefits: Entrance for pass owner + passengers in a single private, non-commercial vehicle at federal recreation sites.
- Please note: Photo ID may be required; passes are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Recommended Gear & Guides
Daylite Plus Pack
REI | Osprey
Lightweight daypack with easy-access pockets—comfortable for half-day strolls and sightseeing.
Storm 500-R Headlamp
REI | black diamond
Rechargeable, bright, and simple big-button controls—no fumbling with spare batteries.
Flexlite camp boss chair
rei
Stable, supportive camp chair that’s easier to get in and out of—packs small for car trips.
Top Rated Experiences
las vegas to Grand canyon south rim
bus tour
full day
Easy
Yellowstone lower loop day tour
guided van tour
full day
easy to moderate
Guide handles the driving and timing; boardwalks and viewpoints at an easy pace.
Yosemite
Valley & Glacier point
adaptive tour
half-day
Fully Accessible
Small-group tour of Yosemite’s iconic sights, designed for travelers of all mobility levels—comfortable pace with minimal walking.
Best Places to Stay
El Tovar hotel
grand canyon
Located in the park with canyon views. Steps from the Rim Trail & Shuttle.
On-site Dining & Parking
Price $$$
Old Faithful Inn
Yellowstone
Incredible location and architecture with commanding views of Old Faithful.
On-site Dining & Parking
Price $$-$$$
Red Cliffs Lodge
Arches
Minutes from Arches & Moab within an incredible red rock canyon right on the Colorado River.
On-site Dining & Parking
Price $$-$$$
Getting Your Fourth Grade Pass
- Eligibility: Free for U.S. 4th graders including home-schooled and free-choice learners with a printed voucher from the Every Kid Outdoors website are eligible for the pass.
- Cost: FREE | Pass is valid from September through August of the year that the student is in the 4th grade.
- Details: See Every Kid Outdoors Website.
- Benefits: Entrance for pass owner + passengers in a single private, non-commercial vehicle at federal recreation sites.
- Please note: Photo ID may be required; passes are non-refundable and non-transferable.