In this episode, I'm again breaking down the various types of passes available for national parks and other federal recreation areas, now updated with the new non-resident pass and non-resident fees. We have all of the details about how that will work for residents and non-residents alike. I'll explain the America the Beautiful Pass, the Senior Pass, the Access Pass, and the Military Pass, detailing their benefits and eligibility criteria. Learn which pass is right for you, how to obtain it, and how to maximize your visits to federal lands.

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00:00 Introduction to National Park Passes 00:26 Major Changes to Passes in 2026 01:00 Understanding Interagency Passes 02:08 Annual Pass Details 05:49 Non-Resident Fees and Passes 09:25 Digital vs. Physical Passes 13:10 Special Passes: Senior, Access, and Military 19:20 Purchasing and Using Passes 21:59 Common Questions and Tips 24:37 Conclusion