2026 Free Entrance Days in the National Parks

FREE

Make the most of a day outdoors with free admission to National Park Service sites that usually charge an entrance fee. Families can explore scenic trails, learn from historic places, and enjoy time together in the parks. It is an easy way to plan a kid-friendly outing or a relaxed family adventure, with possible extra costs for timed entry or reservation fees. Free entrance dates in 2026 include Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day weekend, the National Park Service birthday, Constitution Day, Theodore Roosevelt's birthday, and Veterans Day.

Time

All Day

Date

Sunday, June 14

Price

FREE

Age Range

All Ages

Location

1849 C St NW, Washington D.C., DC 20240, United States

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