Fee Increase - Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP

Busskipper wrote:

Thom02099 wrote:
Effective in April, BCGNP will raise the entry fee from $15 to $20. Campground and MC fees are not included in the fee increase.

Source - Fort Collins Coloradoan

Is this an indication that the fees at the 17 Big Parks are likely?

Just one more reason to think about getting the Annual Pass - RV'ing is on the Upswing...........

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There was also a segment on 9News/KUSA Denver last night; stated that the fee increase was at the local level, meaning a park decision. The purpose, however, is the same as the "Big 17" increase. A backlog of maintenance work. Unlike the comments for the $70 increase, the majority of those who commented about BCGNP increasing fees by $5 were in favour.

They're all going up, to the point where it will only make sense to have an annual pass:
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/10/31/travel/national-parks-entry-fees.html

FWIW Bryce Canyon NP upped their camping fees a few years back. From $18 to $30 for the North CG A and B loops. $20 for the rest. We figured they were trying to cover the cost of the new bathrooms and the asphalt walking/cycling path built towards the town proper. Cost of upgraded amenities. Wish they'd redo the showers.
I don't think the entry fee increased, but we have the America the Beautiful pass, and don't really pay attention to entry fees.

Thom02099 wrote:
Effective in April, BCGNP will raise the entry fee from $15 to $20. Campground and MC fees are not included in the fee increase.

Source - Fort Collins Coloradoan

Is this an indication that the fees at the 17 Big Parks are likely?

Just one more reason to think about getting the Annual Pass - RV'ing is on the Upswing...........

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