NAGEEZI, N.M. (AP) Northwestern New Mexico's Chaco Culture National Historical Park wants to more than double its entrance fees. Officials will seek public input on the proposed increases, which include raising the per-vehicle charge of $8 to $20. The $4 fee per motorcycle would increase to $15, and the $4 charge per bicycle would rise to $10.
According to officials, Chaco's fees have been in place since 1998 and the proposed increases likely would be phased in over three years. Chaco Canyon is among more than 100 national parks planning to propose fee increases. The National Park Service says the proposed increases are intended to bring in more money for visitor services and start addressing a backlog of projects ahead of its centennial.
Planned Chaco projects include upgrading trails and renovating structures.
