Government numbers show a record 143 million people coming to the state in 2024 which include many visitors to Florida’s national parks, such as the Everglades.
But for a limited time this year, state and U.S. residents will be able to visit these national parks for free.
The Department of Interior (DOI) list Florida’s three main National Parks as Everglades, Biscayne, and Dry Tortugas but include other National Park Service sites like preserves and memorials.
The dates the DOI list for free admission include:
President’s Day (February 16, 2026)
Memorial Day (May 25, 2026)
Flag Day/President Trump’s birthday (June 14, 2026)
Independence Day weekend (July 3–5, 2026)
110th Birthday of the National Park Service (August 25, 2026)
Constitution Day (Sept. 17, 2026)
Theodore Roosevelt’s birthday (Oct. 27, 2026)
Veteran’s Day (November 11, 2026)
The White House says President Trump is committed to making national parks more accessible, more affordable and more efficient for the American people.
Breakdown of cost:
$80 for everyone
Senior Annual Pass
Available to U.S. citizens and permanent residents 62 and older
Cost: $20
Senior Lifetime Pass
Available to U.S. citizens and permanent residents 62 and older
Cost: $80
Military Annual Pass
Available to current U.S. military and dependents
Cost: Free
Military Lifetime Pass
Available to Gold Star Family members and veterans
Cost: Free
Access Pass
Available to U.S. citizens and permanent residents with permanent disability
Cost: Free
4th Grade Pass
Available to U.S. fourth-graders
Cost: Free
Volunteer Pass
Available to federal recreation site volunteers with 250 service hours
Cost: Free
In 2026, free admission on these days will be available only to U.S. citizens and residents. Nonresidents will be charged the standard entrance fee and any applicable nonresident fees.
“Implementing America-first entry fee policies. U.S. residents will continue to enjoy affordable pricing, while nonresidents will pay a higher rate to help support the care and maintenance of America’s parks” said Department of Interior.
