In short
- $25 per private vehicle, valid for 7 days.
- $15 per person if entering on foot or bicycle.
- America the Beautiful annual passes are accepted.
In this article
Paying your entrance fee gives you full access to both sides of the park. You can explore the dense cactus forests in the west and the mountain loop drives in the east without buying separate tickets.
What are the standard vehicle entrance fees?
It costs $25 for a private vehicle or $20 for a motorcycle to enter the park.
This fee covers all passengers inside a single private vehicle. Your receipt is valid for seven consecutive days. Keep it handy to show when entering either the Rincon Mountain District or the Tucson Mountain District.
How much is it to enter on foot or bicycle?
Individual entry costs $15 per person for pedestrians and cyclists.
If you hike or bike into the park, you pay the individual rate. Like the vehicle pass, this ticket remains valid for seven consecutive days.
Are America the Beautiful passes accepted?
Yes, Saguaro National Park accepts the America the Beautiful pass.
If you already own this annual pass, you do not need to pay the standard $25 vehicle fee. Present your pass at either visitor center. This covers entry for the pass owner and passengers in a single vehicle.
Do I have to pay twice to visit both districts?
No, your single entrance fee covers both the East and West districts.
The park is split into two sections separated by the city of Tucson. Your seven-day pass allows entry to both districts. Driving between the two takes about 30 to 45 minutes from downtown Tucson.
Are there additional costs inside the park?
Most basic activities are included with your entry fee.
Hiking on the 150 miles of trails and driving the scenic loops cost nothing extra. Guided tours or audio apps have separate costs. If you plan to camp at Manning Camp, backcountry permits are strictly required.
Where do I buy my entry ticket?
You pay your entry fee at the visitor centers in either district.
Head to the Red Hills Visitor Center in the West or the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center in the East. Do not type the park name into your GPS. Use the exact visitor center addresses instead.
Questions travellers ask
Do you need a reservation for Saguaro National Park?
No, the park does not require advance reservations for entry. You simply pay the entrance fee upon arrival at the visitor centers.
Can you just drive through Saguaro National Park?
Yes, you can drive the Cactus Forest Loop Drive or the Bajada Loop Drive. You must pay the $25 vehicle entry fee to access these routes.
Does a self-guided audio tour include the entry fee?
No. Audio driving tours run by outside operators have their own prices starting around $14. They do not include your park entrance fee.
