Annual non-resident pass available in new year for national parks

JOSHUA TREE, Calif. (KESQ) – The National Parks Service announced a new annual pass will be available starting January 1, 2026 for non-residents of the United States.

Previously the parks service offered annual America the Beautiful passes to US citizens and residents only. Now, non-residents will have their own annual pass available for $250. Many parks will also start charging $100 per non-resident without the annual pass, however, Joshua Tree National Park is not a part of the program.

For US citizens and residents under the age of 62, the American the Beautiful pass is $80 annually. For non-residents, a day pass is typically around $35.

Stay with News Channel 3 for the annual pass breakdown and to hear from visitors.