National Park · Florida

Biscayne National Park

Coral reefs, mangrove shorelines, and a maritime heritage in south Florida.

2026 entrance fee

Free entrance

Park entrance is free; boat access to the islands is separate.

America the Beautiful — U.S. resident $80/yr
America the Beautiful — non-resident $250/yr

The annual pass covers entrance and standard day-use at ~2,000 federal recreation sites for 12 months.

RV & camper tips

No vehicle entrance fee; access to islands is by boat. Mainland RV parking is limited — use nearby Homestead RV parks.

Camping

NPS-operated campgrounds are available (reservations recommended in peak season).

Official site: nps.gov/bisc/index.htm

On this park

Biscayne National Park FAQ

How much does it cost to enter Biscayne National Park in 2026?
Biscayne National Park has no entrance fee. Park entrance is free; boat access to the islands is separate. The America the Beautiful pass is still useful if you plan to visit other fee-charging federal sites on the same trip.
Do non-U.S. residents pay extra at Biscayne National Park?
No. Biscayne National Park is not on the 11-park non-resident surcharge list, so entrance fees are the same for all visitors. The 11 surcharge parks are Acadia, Bryce Canyon, Everglades, Glacier, Grand Canyon, Grand Teton, Rocky Mountain, Sequoia & Kings Canyon, Yellowstone, Yosemite, and Zion.
Can I camp with an RV at Biscayne National Park?
Biscayne National Park has NPS-operated campgrounds. No vehicle entrance fee; access to islands is by boat. Mainland RV parking is limited — use nearby Homestead RV parks.

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Source: National Park Service — Fees & Passes / Nonresident Fees — retrieved 2026-08-09. Entrance fees can change and some parks price seasonally; always confirm the exact rate for your entry type and date on the park's official NPS page before you travel. This page is an independent travel-resource summary and is not affiliated with the National Park Service.

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