Yosemite National Park Overview
Not just a great valley, but a shrine to human foresight, the strength of granite, the power of glaciers, the persistence of life, and the tranquility of the High Sierra. First protected in 1864, Yosemite National Park is best known for its waterfalls, but within its nearly 1,200 square miles, you can find deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, a vast wilderness area, and much more.
Entrance Fees
| Entrance - Education/Academic Groups - $0 |
| An educational fee waiver is available for educational and scientific groups that are accredited or tax-exempt for educational purposes planning a trip for educational or scientific purposes related to Yosemite that is not primarily recreational. |
| Annual 4th Grade Pass - $0 |
| Annual pass covering entrance fees for 4th grade students for 2018–2019 school year. |
| Annual Pass for US Military - $0 |
| Annual pass covering entrance and standard amenity fees for all active US military personnel and their dependents, valid for 12 months from date of issuance. (For active duty military personnel and dependents with proper identification (CAC Card or DD Form 1173).) |
| Access Pass - $0 |
| Lifetime admission and discount pass for US citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities. |
| Timed Entry Reservation - Park - $2 |
| A reservation is required to drive into or through Yosemite National Park between 5 am and 3 pm on weekends and holidays through October 13. |
| Commercial Entrance - Per Person - $20 |
| The fee is $25 plus $20 per person, not to exceed $105. This fee is valid for seven consecutive days. A commercial use authorization is required. |
| Entrance - Per Person - $20 |
| This fee is valid for three consecutive days for people entering on foot, a bicycle, a horse, or a non-commercial bus or van. People 15 years and younger are free. |
| Foot, bicycle, horse, or non-commercial bus or van with more than 15 passenger seats - $20 |
| This fee is valid for seven days. People 15 years and younger are free. Cost is per person. |
| Commercial Entrance - Sedan - $25 |
| The fee is $25 plus $20 per person, not to exceed $105. This fee is valid for three consecutive days. A commercial use authorization is required. |
| Commercial Tour (sedan up to six seats) - $25 |
| The fee is $25 plus $20 per person, not to exceed $105. |
| Motorcycle - $30 |
| This fee is valid for seven days. Cost is per motorcycle (not per person). |
| Entrance - Motorcycle - $30 |
| This fee is valid for three consecutive days for a non-commercial motorcycle (cost is per motorcycle, not person). |
| Non-commercial car, pickup truck, RV, or van with 15 or fewer passenger seats - $35 |
| This fee is valid for seven days. |
| Entrance - Private Vehicle - $35 |
| This fee is valid for three consecutive days for a non-commercial car, pickup truck, RV, or van with 15 or fewer passenger seats. This fee covers the vehicle and everyone inside of it. |
| Yosemite Annual Pass - $70 |
| Annual pass providing free entrance to Yosemite for 12 months from the date of purchase. |
| Annual Entrance - Park - $70 |
| Annual pass providing free entrance to Yosemite for 12 months from the date of purchase. |
| Senior Pass - $80 |
| Lifetime or annual admission and discount pass for US citizens or permanent residents who are age 62 or older. An annual version of this pass, valid for 12 months, costs $20. |
| America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass - $80 |
| Annual pass covering entrance and standard amenity fees for national parks and other federal fee areas, valid for 12 months from date of purchase. This replaces the National Parks Pass and Golden Eagle Pass. |
| Commercial Tour (van, 7-15 seats, regardless of occupancy) - $125 |
| Commercial Entrance - Van - $125 |
| This fee is valid for three consecutive days. A commercial use authorization is required. |
| Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus - $200 |
| This fee is valid for three consecutive days. A commercial use authorization is required. |
| Commercial Tour (mini bus, 16-25 seats, regardless of occupancy) - $200 |
| Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach - $300 |
| This fee is valid for seven consecutive days. A commercial use authorization is required. |
| Entrance - Non-commercial Groups - $300 |
| The per-person fee is $20 to a maximum of $300 per vehicle. People 15 years and younger are free |
| Commercial Tour (motor coach, 26 or more seats, regardless of occupancy) - $300 |