Fees & Passes

Changes to Entrance Fees and Passes in 2026

Learn about a few upcoming changes to entrance fees and passes for non-US residents and motorcycles that begin on January 1, 2026.

Free
No entrance pass required

An entrance pass is not required to access Reconstruction Era National Historical Park.

Other National Park Service sites may require an entrance pass or fee. Depending on your trip plans, an interagency pass may save you money.

2026 Free Entrance Days in the National Parks

Come experience the national parks! All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone (other fees, including timed entry or reservation fees, may apply). Mark your calendar for these entrance fee-free dates:

Beginning in 2026, free entrance on these days will be for US citizens and residents only. Nonresidents will pay the regular entrance fee and any applicable nonresident fees.

 
There are no fees associated with Reconstruction Era National National Historical Park

Partner sites may have fees associated with them.

For more information on Beaufort History Museum fees: Click Here
For more information on Penn Center fees: Click Here

Also, please note that parking around the visitor center is metered street parking, managed by the city of Beaufort.

Last updated: May 11, 2023

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706 Craven Street
Beaufort, SC 29902

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(843) 962-0039

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