Starting January 1, 2024, international tourists visiting U.S. national parks will be subject to a new fee of $100, as announced by the National Park Service. This change aims to support the parks that have faced recent challenges, including budget cuts and staffing reductions, while ensuring American taxpayers continue to have affordable access. Key parks affected by this new fee include the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, and Yosemite, among others.
In a message posted by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum on social media, he emphasized that the new fee structure is designed to make sure international visitors contribute to the upkeep of national parks, which are vital for future enjoyment. U.S. residents will still be able to benefit from fee-free entry days, particularly aimed at making national parks accessible to everyone.
The policy is part of wider measures that follow an executive order from July, urging national parks to generate more revenue through increased fees. The funds from these new charges are expected to be reinvested into park facilities and maintenance. The national parks hosted over 14 million international visitors in 2018, highlighting the significance of this change in fee structure as the parks work towards recovery and sustainability.
In a message posted by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum on social media, he emphasized that the new fee structure is designed to make sure international visitors contribute to the upkeep of national parks, which are vital for future enjoyment. U.S. residents will still be able to benefit from fee-free entry days, particularly aimed at making national parks accessible to everyone.
The policy is part of wider measures that follow an executive order from July, urging national parks to generate more revenue through increased fees. The funds from these new charges are expected to be reinvested into park facilities and maintenance. The national parks hosted over 14 million international visitors in 2018, highlighting the significance of this change in fee structure as the parks work towards recovery and sustainability.
