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Passes

Interagency recreation passes provide access to Federal recreational lands sites across the United States that charge entrance or standard and expanded amenity fees. Proceeds are used to improve and enhance visitor recreation services.  Entrance to the Nebraska National Forests & Grasslands is free.

They are available to purchase or obtain, in person at local district office or online through the USGS Online Store, (processing fees may apply for some passes.)

For more information, please visit America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes FAQ page for additional information regarding the program or visit our national Recreation Fees and Passes website.  

America the Beautiful Interagency Passes

Annual Pass ($80)

America the Beautiful Annual Pass

Available to anyone 16 years or older may purchase the  pass; children under 16 are always admitted free. Annual Pass provides access to more than 2,000 recreation areas managed by six Federal agencies, with up to 100% of the proceeds being used to improve and enhance visitor recreation services. 

Senior Lifetime Pass ($80)

Senior Lifetime Pass

For those age 62 or older and valid for the lifetime of the passholder.

Annual Senior Pass ($20)

Senior Annual  Pass

For those age 62 or older. Valid for one year from month of purchase.  Senior Annual Passes can be applied towards the purchase of a Senior Lifetime Pass.

4th Grade Interagency Pass (Free)

Every Kid Outdoors 4th Grade Pass

Available to 4th Graders (including home-schooled and free-choice learners 10 years of age). Pass is valid for the duration of the students 4th grade school year through the following summer (September - August)

Access Pass (Free)

America The Beautiful Access Pass

Available to U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States that have been medically determined to have a permanent disability (does not have to be a 100% disability) that severely limits one or more major life activities. 

Military Pass (Free)

America The Beautiful Military Annual/Lifetime Pass

Military Annual Pass: Available for active military personnel or their dependents. Documentation required. Valid for 12 months 

Military Lifetime Pass: Available to Gold Star Families and Veterans. Documentation required.

Last updated March 27th, 2025