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Free U.S. National Park Admission on National Public Lands Day 2015: Save Big on Nearby Hotels

On Saturday, September 26, 2015, more than 120 U.S. national parks waived entrance fees—typically up to $20 per person—to celebrate National Public Lands Day. Plan your road trip around this date and pair it with these verified hotel deals, saving up to 50% or more off regular rates:

California, Joshua Tree National Park

Up to 70% off a luxury Palm Springs hotel… $99 per night through December.

California, Tahoe National Forest

Lodge with a fireplace, complimentary bike and kayak rentals… $149 for two nights through December 17.

Colorado, Rocky Mountain National Park

One of the Top 40 Resorts in the West (Condé Nast Traveler)… $139 per night into December (50% off).

Florida, Everglades National Park

45% off stays in nearby Naples… $89 per night through September.

Utah, Bryce Canyon National Park

Lodge with kitchenette and jetted tub in nearby Brian Head… $89 per night into November.

Explore more national parks beyond National Public Lands Day with these hotel deals:

California, Yosemite National Park

Unique yurt stays inside the park… $175 for two nights, November through March.

Massachusetts, Cape Cod National Seashore

Charming Provincetown hotel… $89 and up per night through October.

North Carolina, Cape Hatteras National Seashore

Top 10 Outer Banks hotel… $59–$99 per night through April.

For a full list of participating parks, click here.

Bonus: All fourth-graders and their families qualify for a free yearlong parks pass valid through August 31, 2016—covering over 2,000 national parks, forests, and wildlife refuges (regularly $80). Perfect for holidays and school breaks.

Note: Children 15 and under enter free at fee-charging parks. Active-duty military and dependents get the free America the Beautiful Pass.

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