NM · Southwest · 2026 exact answer
How much is the per-person entrance fee at White Sands?
Direct answer
$15 for one visitor entering without a private vehicle, valid for 7 days.
What the amount covers
- Published amount
- $15
- Admission unit
- one visitor entering without a private vehicle
- Validity
- 7 days
All entrance passes are valid for reentry for seven consecutive days. Children under 16 do not need a per-person pass. Motorcycle rate: up to 2 motorcycles, 4 total passengers. Commercial rates: van 7-15 seats $50, mini-bus 16-25 seats $60, motor coach 26+ seats $150. The $45 White Sands annual pass is sold only at the park entrance station; standard passes can be bought online.
Official source
National Park Service · reviewed August 27, 2026
Per vehicle fee is charged to visitors for entry by a single, private non-commercial vehicle. Entrance fees are valid for reentry for seven consecutive days from the date of purchase.
Official fees and passes