How much does a Tonto Pass cost?

$8/day or $80/year (Tonto Discovery Pass). The America the Beautiful Pass is also $80/year and works at Tonto plus 2,000+ other federal sites.

Where can I buy a Tonto Pass?

At any of the 200+ authorized vendors across Arizona, including gas stations, convenience stores, and outdoor retailers. Annual passes can also be purchased online.

Where is a Tonto Pass required?

At most developed recreation sites in Tonto National Forest, including Saguaro Lake, Canyon Lake, Apache Lake, Bartlett Lake, Roosevelt Lake, and trailheads along the Salt River, Verde River, and Superstition Wilderness.

Can I buy a Tonto Pass online?

The Tonto Discovery Pass ($80/year) can be purchased at fs.usda.gov. Daily passes ($8) are only sold at local vendors. The America the Beautiful Pass is available at recreation.gov.

What is a Tonto Discovery Pass?

An annual pass ($80) that covers parking at all Tonto National Forest recreation sites for one year. It only works at Tonto, unlike the America the Beautiful Pass which covers all federal sites.

Are there fee-free days at Tonto National Forest?

Yes. Several days per year when no pass is needed at day-use sites, including MLK Day, Presidents' Day, National Get Outdoors Day, National Public Lands Day, and Veterans Day.

Do you need a Tonto Pass for Saguaro Lake?

Yes. You need a Tonto Pass ($8/day), Tonto Discovery Pass, or America the Beautiful Pass to park at Saguaro Lake, including Butcher Jones Beach, Saguaro del Norte, and the marina.

Does the America the Beautiful pass work at Tonto National Forest?

Yes. It's accepted at all Tonto National Forest sites that require a Tonto Pass, and it covers 2,000+ other federal recreation sites nationwide.

What is a Tonto Pass?

A parking pass required at most developed recreation sites in Tonto National Forest — the 2.9-million-acre forest east of Phoenix that includes Saguaro Lake, Canyon Lake, Bartlett Lake, and the Salt River. The daily pass is $8 per vehicle, sold at gas stations and convenience stores near the forest.

Do you need a Tonto Pass for Canyon Lake?

Yes. Canyon Lake is inside Tonto National Forest, so a Tonto Pass ($8/day), Tonto Discovery Pass, or America the Beautiful Pass is required to park at the marina, boat ramp, and all day-use areas.

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