Fees Waived for National Public Lands Day! Saturday, September 27, 2025
Nevada State Parks Celebrates National Public Lands Day Saturday, September 27, 2025
CARSON CITY, Nev. – On Saturday, September 27, Nevada State Parks invites everyone to celebrate National Public Lands Day (NPLD), the nation’s largest event dedicated to public lands. To honor the occasion, Nevada State Parks is waiving fees for entry, camping, and boating at all state parks, giving visitors the perfect opportunity to explore and connect with Nevada’s treasured landscapes.
National Public Lands Day, established in 1994 by the National Environmental Education Foundation, brings together thousands of volunteers, park staff, and visitors across the country in celebration of shared public lands. Through activities such as clean-ups, restoration, and educational programs, the day promotes stewardship and appreciation for the outdoors while reminding us of the importance of protecting these spaces for generations to come.
Special Events Across Nevada State Parks
This year, Nevada State Parks will host a variety of programs and activities for visitors of all ages:
- Ice Age Fossils State Park (Las Vegas) – Visitors can take part in programs throughout the weekend that highlight the park’s unique paleontological treasures and desert ecosystem.
- Kershaw-Ryan State Park (Caliente) – Enjoy a creative, family-friendly art program inspired by the park’s stunning canyon walls, gardens, and natural beauty.
- Sand Harbor State Park (Lake Tahoe) – Kick off spooky season with the first night of Spooky Harbor on Friday, September 26 at 7:30 p.m., featuring a lakeside showing of Hocus Pocus. Park entry fees apply, no reservation needed if arriving in the evening.
- Wild Horse State Recreation Area (Elko) – Celebrate the inaugural Outdoor Discovery Day, a new tradition showcasing outdoor recreation and education. Expect interactive booths, interpretive hikes, hands-on learning activities, and opportunities to connect with park staff and community partners; all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Wild Horse Reservoir and its surrounding landscapes.
Free Admission and Waived Fees
In addition to these special programs, all Nevada State Parks will waive fees for entry, camping (except utility fees), and boating on Saturday, September 27, 2025. Visitors with prior reservations for the weekend will see an automatic refund of applicable fees.
Celebrate, Learn, and Share Your Voice
National Public Lands Day is a chance to give back, enjoy, and celebrate Nevada’s incredible outdoor spaces. As part of this commitment to the future of recreation, Nevada State Parks is also reminding Nevadans that the Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) survey is still live. This survey helps guide outdoor recreation priorities in Nevada, and the deadline to submit feedback has been extended to October 12, 2025.
