National Park Service 110th Anniversary
NPS 110th anniversary — Founder's Day, all parks free August 25.
2026 dates · concluded
Aug 25
Nationwide (NPS-wide programming) · Wyoming
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Wyoming campgrounds we keep verified — rig limits, fees and booking windows straight from the operator. Distances to Nationwide (NPS-wide programming) vary, so check the map before you commit.
- Jenny Lake Campground (Grand Teton NP)Nearest town: Moose · National Park Service$36/nightTent onlyBooks first-come, first-served · tent only
- Colter Bay Campground (Grand Teton NP)Nearest town: Moran · National Park Service$41–$105/nightRigs to 45 ftBooks 6 months ahead via grand teton lodge company
- Grant Village Campground (Yellowstone NP)Nearest town: Grant Village · National Park Service$36/nightRigs to 40 ftBooks 6 months ahead via yellowstone national park lodges portal
- Bridge Bay Campground (Yellowstone NP)Nearest town: Lake Village · National Park Service$32/nightRigs to 40 ftBooks 6 months ahead via yellowstone national park lodges portal
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What you need to know
The National Park Service was established August 25, 1916 (Organic Act). On August 25, 2026, NPS celebrates its 110th anniversary with NPS-wide free admission day + special programming at flagship parks. Expect elevated visitor numbers; book campgrounds 6+ months ahead.
Official source: nps.gov/aboutus/index.htm
Safety + legal
Free admission days at major parks (Yellowstone, Yosemite, Grand Canyon, Glacier) typically see 30-50% elevated daily visitation; arrive early, plan for longer entrance queues.
Insider tip
Lesser-visited parks (Great Basin NV, North Cascades WA, Theodore Roosevelt ND) offer the same free admission without the crowd surge.
Concluded · Aug 25, 2026
National Park Service 110th Anniversary has ended
This edition ran Aug 25, 2026. Next year's dates have not been published yet. Nothing on this page can be booked for the dates above any more.
- Dates
- Aug 25, 2026
- Status
- Concluded
- Location
- Nationwide (NPS-wide programming)
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Frequently asked about National Park Service 110th Anniversary
When is National Park Service 110th Anniversary?
National Park Service 110th Anniversary takes place on Aug 25, 2026 in Nationwide (NPS-wide programming), Wyoming.
Where is National Park Service 110th Anniversary held?
Nationwide (NPS-wide programming), Wyoming.
What are the exact 2026 dates?
Aug 25, 2026 (single-day event).
What RV should I rent for National Park Service 110th Anniversary?
Best categories: rv, trucks-vans. The National Park Service was established August 25, 1916 (Organic Act). On August 25, 2026, NPS celebrates its 110th anniversary with NPS-wide free admission day + special programming at flagship parks. Expect elevated visitor numbers; book campgrounds 6+ months ahead.
How early should I book an RV?
Recommended lead time: 26 weeks. Event windows book up early, so search and lock your dates as soon as your plans firm up.
What safety and legal guidance applies?
Free admission days at major parks (Yellowstone, Yosemite, Grand Canyon, Glacier) typically see 30-50% elevated daily visitation; arrive early, plan for longer entrance queues.
What's an insider tip?
Lesser-visited parks (Great Basin NV, North Cascades WA, Theodore Roosevelt ND) offer the same free admission without the crowd surge.
Everything you need to plan National Park Service 110th Anniversary
The National Park Service was established August 25, 1916 (Organic Act). On August 25, 2026, NPS celebrates its 110th anniversary with NPS-wide free admission day + special programming at flagship parks. Expect elevated visitor numbers; book campgrounds 6+ months ahead. Lesser-visited parks (Great Basin NV, North Cascades WA, Theodore Roosevelt ND) offer the same free admission without the crowd surge.
Best RV parks
Yellowstone — Fishing Bridge RV Park
fullXanterra (NPS concessioner) · Within Yellowstone NP
Only full-hookup RV park inside Yellowstone. Books 12+ months ahead.
Yosemite — Upper Pines Campground
dryNPS Yosemite · Within Yosemite Valley
Boondock-rated rigs only. Books months ahead via recreation.gov.
Grand Canyon — Trailer Village
fullXanterra (NPS concessioner) · Within South Rim
Only full-hookup option inside park. Books 6+ months ahead.
Great Basin — Lower Lehman Creek (less crowd surge)
dryNPS Great Basin · Within Great Basin NP
Lesser-visited NP — same free admission, far less crowd. Boondock-rated only.
Per-vehicle-type recommendations
RV
Class C 22-32ft for most parks — Class A 35ft+ restricted at Yellowstone Beartooth, Yosemite Valley, Glacier Going-to-the-Sun Road.
Trucks & vans
Class B campervan is the NPS flex option — fits all park campgrounds, handles narrow scenic drives.
Towable
Travel trailer / fifth wheel works for full-hookup destinations (Fishing Bridge, Trailer Village). Verify tow vehicle weight rating + trailer length restrictions per park.
Safety + legal — sourcedOfficial guidance for this event, with the source named on each card.
NPS general guidance
Free admission days at major parks (Yellowstone, Yosemite, Grand Canyon, Glacier) typically see 30-50% elevated daily visitation. Arrive early, plan for longer entrance queues.
NPS wildlife rules
Stay 100 yards from bears + wolves. 25 yards from all other wildlife. Carry bear spray + know deployment in bear country.
NWS (per park)
August weather varies wildly by park. Yellowstone 70-85F day / 35-45F night. Grand Canyon Rim 60-80F. Glacier 65-80F day / 40F night.
NPS road regulations
Yellowstone Beartooth + Dunraven, Glacier Going-to-the-Sun, Yosemite Tioga Pass all have length + height restrictions for larger rigs.
NPS LNT (Leave No Trace)
Pack out everything. Use designated grills + fire rings only. Generator hours posted.
Transit from your RV base to the eventModes, real costs and what each one is good for.
Park Shuttle Bus (per park)
Yellowstone, Yosemite Valley, Grand Canyon, Glacier all have park shuttles
Drive Park Roads
Personal vehicle on park scenic drives
Ranger-Led Programs
Special NPS 110th programming — check per-park schedule
Booking timelineWhat to do, and when, counting back from the dates.
- 1. 26 weeks before
Choose your NPS park + book RV campground simultaneously via recreation.gov.
- 2. 20 weeks before
Book PickRV vehicle.
- 3. 16 weeks before
Plan NPS 110th programming schedule + ranger walks.
- 4. 8 weeks before
Confirm rig + propane + tire pressure for elevation + weather.
- 5. 4 weeks before
Confirm bear-spray + wildlife safety review (bear country parks).
- 6. NPS 110th week
Arrive 1-2 days early to settle. Free admission day August 25 — explore special programming.
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Important: travel + safety + insurance disclaimer
This guide is provided for general informational purposes only. PickRV is not an insurer, legal advisor, or vehicle-safety authority. Trip planning, route selection, rig suitability, weather, and emergency decisions are the renter's responsibility. Always consult the rig manufacturer's owner's manual, your insurance provider, the U.S. National Park Service (nps.gov), NOAA / NWS weather alerts (weather.gov), state and local emergency-management agencies, and current local regulations before and during travel. Cost figures, season windows, road conditions, and fee references on this page are estimates as of May 2026 and vary by season, location, rig, carrier, and operator. Mentions of brand names, state-tourism marks, national-park feature names, or third-party programs are informational only and do not imply affiliation, sponsorship, or endorsement.
Before you rent in Wyoming — key local rules
Personal motorhomes under 26,001 lbs need no special license — Wyoming Driver Services
Aquatic Invasive Species inspection required at WY waters — WY Game & Fish — AIS
WY ORV permit: $15 per calendar year, same price for residents and visitors — Wyoming State Parks — ORV Permits & Trails
Wyoming BAC 0.08%; open container in passenger area prohibited — WY Stat §31-5-233
Editorial summary, not legal advice. Verify with Wyoming DOT before relying. Reviewed in the last 3 months (as of 2026-05-24).
Wyoming rules · last verified 2026-05-10
- State rental tax
- 7% · not collected by PickRV
- Min driver age
- 16+ std · 21+ Class A
- Gravel roads
- Allowed — no restriction
- Generator quiet
- 22:00-08:00