New $100 Surcharge For Nonresidents At Acadia National Park

In new rules published by the National Park Service, Acadia National Park will begin implementing a $100 surcharge per person for nonresidents beginning January 1st.

Acadia National Park is 1 of 12 National Parks implementing this surcharge. In addition to Acadia National Park others with the surcharge include:

Bruce Canyon National Park
Bryce Canyon National Park
Everglades National Park
Glacier National Park
Grand Canyon National Park
Grand Teton National Park
Rocky Mountain National Park
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Yellowstone National Park
Yosemite National Park
Zion National Park

Additionally the Free Entrance Days for 2026 will only apply for US Citizens and Residents only. Nonresidents will have to pay the regular entrance fee and the surcharge.

The Fee-Free Entrance Days include

February 16 - President's Day
May 25 - Memorial Day
June 14 - Flag Day
July 3-5 - 4th of July Weekend
August 25 - 110th Birthday of the National Park Service
September 17 - Constitution Day
October 27 - Theodore Roosevelt's Birthday
November 11 - Veteran's Day.

The Half-Price Acadia National Park Passes are on-sale at select locations beginning December 1st.

Senior Annual Passes for US Citizens and permanent residents 62 and over are $20.00 A permanent Senior Lifetime Pass for US Citizens and permanent residents 62 and over are $80.00

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LOOK: The Beauty of Acadia National Park Comes Alive in These Magical Photos

Photos can’t fully capture the beauty of Maine’s Acadia National Park, but the ones below showcase its stunning variety — from dramatic rocky shores to serene sandy beaches and enchanting forests.

Gallery Credit: Stephen Lenz

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