Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach
$100.00Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach (26+ person vehicle capacity)
UT
Golden Spike National Historical Park
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Golden Spike at a glance
- Best time
- April–May, September–October
- Trip length
- 1–2 days
- Don't miss
- Hike the Big Fill Loop Trail
- Nearby city
- Promontory, Utah, UT
Explore this park
About Golden Spike National Historical Park
One of the greatest technological achievements of the 19th century is the completion of the first transcontinental railroad across the United States. Visitors to the park can see the location of the Last Spike Site, 1869 railroad construction features, walk or drive on the original railroad grade, and get an up close view of Victorian era replica locomotives.
Weather Information
Golden Spike National Historical Park is located in a high desert environment in the Promontory Mountains near the north end of the Great Salt Lake. The temperatures can reach over 100 degrees
- Summer
and dip into single digits
- Winter
with much of the park blanketed in snow.
Visitors are recommended to check forecasts before coming to our site and come prepared for changing weather conditions.
Entrance Fees
Commercial Entrance - Van
$40.00Commercial Entrance - Van (7-15 persons vehicle capacity)
Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus
$40.00Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus (16-25 persons vehicle capacity)
Entrance - Private Vehicle
$20.00The per vehicle fee covers all occupants in a single private vehicle. The fee will allow visitors access to all resources open to the public, including auto tours, walking trails, films, exhibit areas, ranger guided programs, and other seasonal activities. If visitors have any of the America the Beautiful Inter-agency passes, these will cover the pass holder and anyone that is in their personal vehicle.
Commercial Entrance - Sedan
$20.00Commercial Entrance-Sedan (1-6 persons vehicle capacity)
Entrance - Motorcycle
$15.00Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers. The fee will allow visitors access to all resources open to the public, including auto tours, walking trails, films, exhibit area, ranger guided programs, other seasonal activities. If visitors have any of the America the Beautiful Inter-agency passes, these will cover the pass holder and the passenger of the motorcycle.
Entrance - Per Person
$10.00Admits one individual with no car. This pass is typically used for bicyclists, and pedestrians. Youth 15 and under are admitted free. The fee will allow visitor access to all resources open to the public, including auto tours, walking trails, films, exhibit area, ranger guided programs, other seasonal activities. If visitors have any of the America the Beautiful Inter-agency passes, these will cover the pass holder.
Operating Hours
Summer and Winter Hours
Summer and Winter The Park Visitor Center features exhibits, a theater, bookstore, picnic areas, and a welcoming staff that will help visitors get the most out of their trip. Summer, from early-May to late-October the visitor center is open daily, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM MDT. Winter, from late-October to late-April the visitor center is open five days a week, Thursday-Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM MST, closed Tuesday & Wednesday.
- Monday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tuesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Wednesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Thursday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Friday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Saturday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sunday9:00PM - 5:00PM
Entrance Passes
Annual Entrance - Park
$35.00Golden Spike National Historical Park Annual Pass This annual pass covers entrance fees at Golden Spike National Historical Park for the pass holder and occupants within a single non-commercial vehicle or the pass holder and one passenger on a motorcycle.
Common questions
Planning Golden Spike National Historical Park
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Golden Spike. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
