Does an America the Beautiful pass cover Isle Royale?

Direct answer

Yes. The pass covers the entrance fee and does not cover reservations, timed entry, or permits.

Coverage, kept separate

Accepted: Yes
Entrance fee: Covered
Reservations and permits: Not covered

Entrance fees are charged per person, so a federal lands pass or the Isle Royale Season Pass waives the daily fee for the holder plus up to three adults (four total). A pass does not cover group camping reservations, ferry or seaplane fares, or Rock Harbor Lodge bookings. Several 2026 fee-free days (Feb 16, Oct 27, Nov 11) fall in the closure or shoulder season and are unusable here.

Official source

National Park Service · reviewed August 27, 2026

With a Federal Lands Pass, daily entrance fees will be waived for the pass holder and up to 3 adults (16 and up) traveling with the pass holder (4 total). ... To waive entrance fees with a Federal Lands Pass or Isle Royale Season Pass, said pass must be presented on-island.

Official pass policy