Does an America the Beautiful pass cover White Sands?

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

An America the Beautiful pass covers the White Sands entrance fee. It does not cover special use fees such as interpretive program fees. White Sands has no timed-entry or reservation system, so there is nothing for a pass to fail to cover on that front. Resident Annual $80.00, Non-Resident Annual $250.00, Senior Annual $20.00, Senior Lifetime $80.00.

Official source

National Park Service · reviewed August 27, 2026

All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to US citizens and residents (other fees, including timed entry or reservation fees, may apply). Mark your calendar for these entrance fee-free dates:

Official pass policy