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If you’ve been longing to visit the great outdoors, here’s your chance to do so – for free!
From January 14-16 on Martin Luther King Jr. weekend, many participating national parks will waive their fees, including fees for entrance, transportation, and commercial tours. More than 100 of the 397 national parks around the country will allow visitors in for free of charge.
Some of the most recognizable national parks participating in the free weekend include Everglades National Park in Florida, Sequoia and Yosemite National Parks in California, Denali National Park in Alaska, and Zion National Park in Utah. Besides national parks, many national historic sites, national recreation areas, and national monuments are waiving their fees.
Even more good news for the budget conscious: according to the Associated Press, many national park related businesses and park partners are offering discounts and special offers to participate in the weekend. For instance, the National Park Promotion Council is offering a buy one get one free narrated West Rim Sunset tour at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. You can also save up to 20 percent off merchandise at Xanterra operated gift shops throughout the Grand Canyon National Park. Coupons must be pre-printed and presented at time of purchase to redeem.
Also in an attempt to attract more visitors to Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado, the park is waiving their fees through March 3. Cliff Spencer, the park superintendent, said the park is waiving the fees now due to the lower attendance during the winter months in hopes of encouraging travelers to head their way. Mesa Verde usually charges vehicles $10-$15 for seven days worth of admittance.
Fees not included in this deal include those charged by a third party, such as reservation fees, camping fees, concession fees, and tour fees. Other free days during the 2012 calendar year include April 21-29 for National Park Week, June 9, September 29, and November 9-12 for Veterans Day.
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