Getting started.
Who this helps
The pass is for U.S. fourth-grade students, including homeschool students at the equivalent grade level.
How to get started
Show your pass to a ranger when you enter. If there is no ranger, leave it on your car dashboard. The pass does not cover parking fees, camping, boats, or special tours.
Complete the adventure diary.
Complete the adventure diary on the Every Kid Outdoors website at https://everykidoutdoors.gov/pass.htm to get a paper pass.
Get a digital pass.
Work with an adult to get a digital pass through Recreation.gov.
Check site acceptance.
Some sites may not accept a paper pass. Have an adult call the site before you go if you are unsure.
How they can help.
Federal agencies run this program to give fourth graders and their families free access to federal recreation sites. Acadia National Park accepts the 4th Grade Pass for park entrance.
- Free entry at participating federal recreation sites
- At sites with per-person fees, free entry for all children under 16 and up to three adults
- At sites with vehicle fees, free entry for all children under 16 and all adults in one passenger vehicle
A few questions before you go.
Bring your paper pass or digital pass from Recreation.gov. An electronic copy of the paper pass is not accepted.
- Will the site I want to visit accept the paper pass?
- What fees will the pass cover?
- Can my family enter with me?
- Can I use a digital pass?