When is entrance fee-free at Wind Cave in 2026?

Direct answer

February 16, 2026, May 25, 2026, June 14, 2026, July 3, 2026, July 4, 2026, July 5, 2026, August 25, 2026, September 17, 2026, October 27, 2026, November 11, 2026

Published dates

February 16, 2026
May 25, 2026
June 14, 2026
July 3, 2026
July 4, 2026
July 5, 2026
August 25, 2026
September 17, 2026
October 27, 2026
November 11, 2026

There is no entrance fee for a pass to cover. Interagency passes explicitly do NOT cover cave tour tickets, which are Expanded Amenity Fees. Senior and Access Interagency Pass holders may get a reduced campground fee. The 2026 fee-free days list is reproduced on the park's fees page but is functionally irrelevant here because Wind Cave charges nothing to enter and tour tickets are not waived.

Official source

National Park Service · reviewed August 27, 2026

There are no entrance fees to enjoy the trails, scenic drives, and visitor center at Wind Cave National Park. All cave tours have associated fees and are not covered by the Federal Interagency Passes. Campground fees may be reduced by Senior and Access Interagency Pass holders.

Official fee-free-day policy