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NP Free Days for 2011

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Posted by Ken Wyatt on February 2, 2011 at 7:03 PM
The National Park Service recently announced their free-entry days.

http://www.nps.gov/findapark/feefreeparks.htm
Posted by John Mumaw on February 2, 2011 at 7:16 PM
Much obliged for the tip, Ken! :cool:
Posted by Koveh Tavakkol on February 2, 2011 at 8:04 PM
Good days for me to avoid the National Parks. :biggrin:
Posted by Kane Engelbert on February 2, 2011 at 11:27 PM
Don't forget that if you show up before 6:30-7:00am in winter you will not be charged an entrance fee at RMNP. One of the best deals around, getting sunrise shots in the magestic RMNP for free.
Posted by Ken Wyatt on February 3, 2011 at 12:37 AM
...as with most national parks. Thanks Kane!
Posted by Jim Bennett on February 3, 2011 at 12:38 AM
I just buy the annual pass and don't worry about entry fees. That way I'm also supporting the park system. Keep in mind that the annual pass is also good for getting up to Mt. Evans for free. I get my money's worth out of it every year.
I agree with avoiding all of the parks on the free days. I don't need the crowds.
Posted by Jason J. Hatfield on February 4, 2011 at 12:18 AM
I would agree with Jim. I just buy the annual pass every year and don't worry about fees. I more than get my money out of it and I'm supporting the parks.
Posted by Chris Rice on February 6, 2011 at 5:24 PM
What a nice gesture from your federal gov't. Might allow a family otherwise hard-pressed to enjoy our parks to do so.
Posted by Adam Schallau on February 8, 2011 at 12:48 PM
I agree with Christopher. While many of us spend a great deal of time in our National Parks, most Americans have never set foot in one. This program encourages people to get out and visit and appreciate their local parks.