Colorado and U.S. Parks Offer Free Entry August 4

On August 4, Colorado celebrates its 149th anniversary, Colorado Day, by offering free entry to all Colorado state parks, although other fees such as camping and licenses still apply. Throughout August, active-duty military, veterans, and National Guard members can access Colorado state parks for free by showing proof of service, and disabled veterans may qualify for special passes and year-round benefits. Nationally, the U.S. National Park Service is waiving entrance fees at over 400 parks, including popular sites in Washington state, on August 4 to mark the fifth anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act. Free entry does not extend to other fees, like reservations required for high-traffic areas such as Yosemite and Mount Rainier. Additional free entrance days at national parks are scheduled for National Public Lands Day and Veterans Day later in the year. These initiatives are intended to increase public access to natural resources and honor military service.