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Fort Pulaski National Monument
Park Passes

Starting January 1, 2007

America the Beautiful - the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass
The Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act established a new pass program to replace the National Park Pass and Golden Eagle, Golden Age, and Golden Access Passports. Beginning January 1, 2007, the America the Beautiful - the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass program will provide a number of pass options for the public to use at Federal recreation sites where entrance or standard amenity fees are charged.

The four passes in the interagency program are as follows:

 
Annual Pass
Annual Pass

1) America the Beautiful – National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass–  Annual Pass - Cost $80 This pass is available to the general public and provides access to, and use of, Federal recreation sites that charge an Entrance or Standard Amenity Fee for a year, beginning from the date of sale.  The pass admits the pass holder/s and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas and pass holder + 3 adults, not to exceed 4 adults, at per person fee areas. (children under 16 are admitted free)  The pass can be obtained in person at the park, by calling 1-888-ASK USGS, Ext. 1, or via the Internet at http://store.usgs.gov/pass.

 
Senior Pass
Senior Pass
2) America the Beautiful – National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass–  Senior Pass. - Cost $10.  This is a lifetime pass for U.S. citizens or permanent residents age 62 or over.  The pass provides access to, and use of, Federal recreation sites that charge an Entrance or Standard Amenity. The pass admits the pass holder and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas and pass holder + 3 adults, not to exceed 4 adults, at per person fee areas. The pass can only be obtained in person at the park.  The Senior Pass provides a 50 percent discount on some Expanded Amenity Fees charged for facilities and services such as camping, swimming, boat launch, and specialized interpretive services.  In some cases where Expanded Amenity Fees are charged, only the pass holder will be given the 50 percent price reduction. The pass is non-transferable and generally does NOT cover or reduce special recreation permit fees or fees charged by concessionaires.
 
Access Pass
Access Pass
3) America the Beautiful – National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass–  Access Pass - Free.  This is a lifetime pass for U.S. citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities.  Documentation is required to obtain the pass. Acceptable documentation includes: statement by a licensed physician; document issued by Federal agency such as the Veteran’s Administration, Social Security Disability Income or Supplemental Security Income; or document issued by a State agency such as a vocational rehabilitation agency.  The pass provides access to, and use of, Federal recreation sites that charge an Entrance or Standard Amenity.  The pass admits the pass holder and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas and pass holder + 3 adults, not to exceed 4 adults, at per person fee areas (children under 16 are admitted free). The pass can only be obtained in person at the park.  The Senior Pass provides a 50 percent discount on some Expanded Amenity Fees charged for facilities and services such as camping, swimming, boat launching, and specialized interpretive services. In some cases where Expanded Amenity Fees are charged, only the pass holder will be given the 50 percent price reduction. The pass is non-transferable and generally does NOT cover or reduce special recreation permit fees or fees charged by concessionaires.
 
Volunteer Pass
Volunteer Pass
4) America the Beautiful – National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass–  Volunteer Pass -  Free.  This pass is for volunteers acquiring 500 service hours on a cumulative basis.  It provides access to, and use of, Federal recreation sites that charge an Entrance or Standard Amenity Fee for a year, beginning from the date of award.  The pass admits the pass holder and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas and pass holder + 3 adults, not to exceed 4 adults, at per person fee areas (children under 16 are admitted free).  Contact (park VIP coordinator) at 912-786-5787 to learn about volunteer opportunities at Fort Pulaski.
 


Fort Pulaski Park Pass
 - $10.00  
Local residents can enjoy the natural and cultural resources of Fort Pulaski all year long. Pass covers all family members and passengers in non-commercial vehicle. The Fort Pulaski National Monument Park pass at $10.00 is the best deal around.



For the former pass program passes:
Golden Eagle Passport and National Parks Pass and Golden Eagle Hologram

These passes have been discontinued and replaced by the America the Beautiful – National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass– Annual Pass.    

The Golden Eagle, Golden Eagle Hologram, Golden Access and Golden Age Passports will continue to be honored according to the provisions of the pass. Only paper Golden Age and Access Passports may be exchanged free of charge for new plastic passes.
 
All park passes can be purchased at Fort Pulaski's Entrance Station or Visitor Center.
Baseball re-enactment  

Did You Know?
You can take in an early game of baseball or "rounders" when visiting Fort Pulaski. Park staff and volunteers often enjoy playing baseball inside the fort, just as Union soldiers did during the Civil War. Fort Pulaski National Monument, Georgia

Last Updated: June 02, 2007 at 16:56 EST