An executive order signed by President Trump on July 3 will change entry fees, reservation systems, and funding models for national parks, targeting international visitors. The order aims to increase fees for foreign tourists while enhancing affordability for U.S. residents. The National Park Service has already faced significant staffing cuts, losing about 24% of its permanent employees. The new executive order could signal future funding cuts and administrative changes, as it mandates the development of strategies to boost revenue from nonresidents at national parks.
"It is the policy of my Administration to preserve these opportunities for American families in future generations by increasing entry fees for foreign tourists, improving affordability for United States residents, and expanding opportunities to enjoy America's splendid national treasures."
"The Secretary of the Interior shall develop a strategy to increase revenue and improve the recreational experience at national parks by appropriately increasing entrance fees and recreation pass fees for nonresidents in areas of the National Park System that charge entrance fees or recreation pass fees."
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