National Public Lands Day

National Public Lands Day falls on the fourth Saturday in September, inviting volunteers to care for parks, forests and other US public lands.

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Last checked19 October 2026
First held1994

About the day

The National Environmental Education Foundation coordinates the day, which began in 1994 as Public Lands Appreciation Day. Entry to many federal lands is usually free that day.

Dates for the next three years

YearDateWhereStatus
2027Saturday 25 September 2027USASet by a fixed rule
2028Saturday 23 September 2028USASet by a fixed rule
2029Saturday 22 September 2029USASet by a fixed rule

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