Every Kid Outdoors: free federal lands pass for 4th graders

Free annual pass for U.S. 4th graders (or homeschool equivalent). Covers entry for the 4th grader and family at federal sites that charge entry (see official rules for who's included).

Key dates

• Aug

  31

  2027
  Pass expires (2026–27 school-year pass)Confirmed Aug 31, 2027

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How to sign up

Sign up on everykidoutdoors.gov, print the paper pass, or get a digital pass on recreation.gov.

Go to official page ↗

✅ Verified on Oct 18, 2026 from everykidoutdoors.gov (official rules).
Rules page: 2026-27 school-year pass, expires Aug 31, 2027.
Programs change. Confirm on the official page before paying.

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