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.
If you don't qualify for a discounted America the Beautiful pass, we recommend choosing an entrance pass based on your trip plans.
| I'm visiting. | We recommend |
|---|---|
| This park, once | Standard Pass |
| This park, multiple times | Annual Pass |
| More than one national park or federal recreation site | America the Beautiful Pass |
Entrance fees are required at Antietam National Battlefield. Purchase passes at the park visitor center upon arrival. Interagency passes are accepted.
If you enter the park in a motorized vehicle, your entrance pass covers both you and your passengers. Your passengers do not need a separate pass.
Costs for vehicles with more than 15 passengers are listed below under Organizations and Businesses.
Private Vehicle Personal Vehicle/Family: $20.00 for three daysMotorcycle: $15.00 This fee admits one individual on a private, non-commercial motorcycle for three days.
If you enter the park on a bicycle or on foot and are at least 16 years old, you need your own entrance pass. Children under the age of 16 don't need an entrance pass.
Per PersonIndividual: $10.00 for three days. This fee admits one individual in a vehicle and also includes hikers, bicyclists or pedestrians. Youth 15 and under are admitted free of charge.
If you or your family visit the battlefield more than once a year, this pass is for you. Valid for one year from month of purchase for Antietam National Battlefield only. Admits pass holder and passengers in a single private vehicle.
Covers entrance fees and standard amenity (day-use) fees at lands managed by
Depending on the type of entrance fee charged at a site, covers
One private vehicle fee
or
Four per person fees
| Type | Available to | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Pass | Everyone | $80.00 |
| Annual Senior Pass | US citizens and permanent residents 62+ years old | $20.00 |
| Lifetime Senior Pass | US citizens and permanent residents 62+ years old | $80.00 |
| Annual Military Pass | Current US military and dependents | Free |
| Lifetime Military Pass | Gold Star Family members and veterans | Free |
| Access Pass | US citizens and permanent residents with permanent disability | Free |
| 4th Grade Pass | US 4th graders | Free |
| Volunteer Pass | Federal recreation site volunteers with 250 service hours | Free |
America 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.
Passes can be purchased or picked up at over 1,000 federal recreation sites.
To receive your pass by mail, order online at the USGS Online Store . Online orders are for physical passes, not digital passes, and may take up to three weeks to be processed and delivered. Order receipts may not be used in place of a physical pass. We recommend ordering at least three weeks in advance of your visit, or picking up a pass in person instead.
Come experience the national parks! All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone (other fees, including timed entry or reservation fees, may apply). Mark your calendar for these entrance fee-free dates:
Please Note: Beginning January 1, 2024, all America the Beautiful – the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands (Interagency) Annual Passes will have a single signature line for one passholder. This is a change from the previous policy of allowing for two signatures on the Interagency Annual pass. Each NPS Park-Specific Annual Pass will also change to one signature for program unity and efficiency.
