Options for passes to national parks in Arizona/Utah for 5 people travelling in one car
If a group of 5 people travels (in 1 car) to national parks in AZ, UT, NV over the course of 2 weeks (namely, places like Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Bryce Canyon, Zion, Zabriskie Point), what would be the cheapest pass they can get?
I found America the Beautiful - National Parks & Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass but it's only valid for 4 people, as far as I understand. I also found The U.S. Park Pass which is the same price I believe, but it's also valid for 4 people. Are there any options for 5 people? Or does one need to buy two passes in any case if 5 people are travelling? Also, are there any options that are not annual?
Best Answer
It looks like all the options are annual. The guidance for pass use states:
What does the Annual Pass cover?
The Annual Pass admits pass owner/s and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per-vehicle fee sites; and pass owner + 3 adults, not to exceed 4 adults, where per-person fees are charged. (Children under 16 are always admitted free.)
So basically if you are going to a park where you just pay for your vehicle, all of you are free.
But if you are going to one where each person has to pay the fifth person would have to pay. Your option would probably be to just pay for one adult separately.
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What is the difference between America the Beautiful Pass and senior pass?
The Senior Pass allows free access and discounts at National Parks and other federal recreation sites. The official name of the Senior Pass is America the Beautiful\u2014the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass. This pass replaced the Golden Age Passport.Is America the Beautiful pass same as national park pass?
For those not already in the know, the America the Beautiful Pass is a USA national park pass that grants you admission to a long list of national forests and other sites managed by the Forest Service, National Park Service, Fish and Wildlife Service, and more \u2013 for a whole year.Can you use the same pass for Zion and Bryce?
However, the entrance fee only gets you access to one national park. You can't pay to get into Zion, and then use your entrance pass to get into nearby Bryce Canyon or Capitol Reef.How much does a US national park pass cost?
The US National Parks Pass costs $80 and is valid for one year. US citizens are also eligible for a senior pass if over 62 ($20 for an annual pass or $80 for a lifetime pass), or a free pass for disabled people or the military.Utah 7 Day Road Trip: 5 National Parks, Monument Valley, Horseshoe Bend \u0026 More
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