White Sands entrance pass at White Sands: what applies in 2026?

Exact conditions

Status

Required under the listed conditions

Applies to

all visitors

Place or corridor

Park entrance station on US Highway 70, Dunes Drive

Effective dates

January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026

Published fee

$25

Release model

on sale now

Release detail: Passes are sold at the White Sands Entrance Station (cash or credit/debit) and can also be purchased online in advance. There is no quota and no reservation.

Fee detail: Private vehicle $25.00; motorcycle $20.00; per person on foot or bicycle $15.00. All valid 7 consecutive days. Park annual pass $45.00.

Exceptions and limits

• Children under 16 do not need a per-person entrance pass.
• America the Beautiful pass holders enter without paying the entrance fee.
• Entrance fees are not charged on the 2026 fee-free days.