Park Fees in Shenandoah National Park
Visiting Shenandoah National Park? Here's a breakdown of the entrance fees and pass options to help you plan your trip.
For individuals aged 16 and over, the entrance fee during December through February is $5.00 per person, while from March through November, the fee increases to $8.00. If you're visiting by car, the fee for a private non-commercial vehicle during March through November is $15.00, which is valid for the day of purchase and the next six days. In the winter months (December through February), the fee is reduced to $10.00.
If you're traveling in a group and have a permanent physical, mental, or sensory impairment, you can apply for the Gold Access Pass, which is free and available to U.S. citizens and permanent residents.
For those seeking an annual pass, an option is available for $50.00, granting access to all NATIONAL PARK entrance fee areas for 12 months from the date of purchase.
Fee waivers for bona fide educational groups visiting Shenandoah National Park may be requested on official letterhead and mailed to the Education Office at the park. The letter should include the number of people, the purpose of the trip, the date of entry into the park, and the duration of the visit. Fee waiver letters should be sent to Shenandoah National Park, 3655 U.S. Hwy 211 E, Luray, VA 22835, Attention: Education Office.
Commercial tour fees are based on the total capacity of the vehicles carrying seven or more passengers. For commercial sedans (1-6 seats), the fee is $25.00 plus $5.00 per passenger, excluding the driver. The fee for commercial vans (7-15 seats) is not explicitly detailed but is likely higher than $25. Per-person fees are generally not charged for passengers in commercial vehicles; fees are vehicle-based for commercial entrance.
For motorcycles, the entrance fee is $10.00 and is valid for the day of purchase and the next six days.
For seniors aged 62 and over, the Golden Age Pass is a one-time fee of $10.00, granting access to over 2,000 federal recreation sites, including Shenandoah National Park.
For precise commercial van fees and any updates, contacting Shenandoah National Park directly or checking the official National Park Service website is recommended.
- The entrance fee for individuals aged 16 and over during December through February is $5.00, while from March through November, it increases to $8.00.
- For a private non-commercial vehicle entering Shenandoah National Park from March through November, the fee is $15.00, valid for the day of purchase and the next six days.
- For those traveling in a group with a permanent physical, mental, or sensory impairment, the Gold Access Pass, which is free and available to U.S. citizens and permanent residents, can be applied for.
- An annual pass for $50.00 grants access to all NATIONAL PARK entrance fee areas for 12 months from the date of purchase.
- Fee waivers for bona fide educational groups visiting Shenandoah National Park can be requested on official letterhead and mailed to the Education Office at the park.
- The entrance fee for motorcycles is $10.00 and is valid for the day of purchase and the next six days. For seniors aged 62 and over, the Golden Age Pass, a one-time fee of $10.00, grants access to over 2,000 federal recreation sites, including Shenandoah National Park.
