Washington State Parks Discount Pass

Washington State Parks offers discount passes to help you enjoy parks for less. Passes are available for older adults, people with disabilities, veterans, and foster families.

What Is a Washington State Parks Discount Pass?

The Washington State Parks Discount Pass is a card that helps reduce the cost of visiting and staying in Washington state parks. Depending on which pass you qualify for, you may get free entry to parks, camping discounts, or even free overnight stays during certain times of year. The type of discount you receive depends on which pass you are eligible for.

What type of Discount Passes are available?

There are several Washington State Parks discount passes, each with different benefits and eligibility requirements. They include:

Off‑Season Senior Pass

For those age 62 and older, the Off-Season senior Pass offers free camping and moorage from October 1st through March 31st, and weekday nights in April. It also gives access to $10-per-night electric hookups at campsites that offer them.

Senior Citizen Limited Income Pass

For people age 62 and older with a total household income of $40,000 or less, the Senior Citizen Limited Income Pass gives a 50% discount on standard camping and moorage fees. It also includes free day-use parking, boat launches, and trailer dump services.

Disability Pass

For those with a permanent or temporary disability, the Disability Pass provides 50% off standard camping and moorage, along with free day-use parking, watercraft launch, and trailer dump access.

Disabled Veteran Lifetime Pass

For Washington State veterans with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more, this lifetime pass offers free day-use parking, boat launches, trailer dumps, camping, and moorage. It also waives reservation transaction fees.

Foster Family Pass

For licensed foster and kinship caregivers in Washington, the Foster Family Pass grants free day-use parking and free standard overnight camping when the caregiver is accompanied by a foster child.

Am I Eligible for a Washington State Parks Discount Pass?

To be eligible for a pass, you must live in Washington State and meet certain eligibility requirements depending on the pass you want.

Senior Citizen Limited Income Pass

To be eligible, you must:

• Be 62 or older
• Have a household income of $40,000 or less

Off-Season Senior Pass

To be eligible, you must:

• Be 62 or older
• Camp between October 1st and March 31st, or weekdays in April.

Disability Pass

To be eligible, you must:

• Have a permanent or temporary disability

Note: To show proof of disability when applying, you must provide either a letter from a state or federal agency saying you receive or were approved for disability benefits, or a Disabled Parking Placard ID card issued by the Washington Department of Licensing.

Disabled Veteran Lifetime Pass

To be eligible, you must:

• Be a veteran with a 30% or higher service-connected disability

Note: When applying, you must provide a recent VA award letter showing your combined rating of at least 30%.

Foster Family Pass

To be eligible, you must:

• Be a licensed foster or kinship caregiver in the state of Washington

Note: When applying, you must provide a letter of certification or license from DCYF, DSHS, or notification form from a kinship navigator or a tribal government.

How Do I Apply for a Washington State Parks Discount Pass?

To apply for a pass, you need to fill out an application form for the pass you want and include documents that show you qualify (such as Photo ID, proof of income, VA award letter, proof of disability, or foster certification).

You can download the application from the Washington State Parks website,  pick one up from a state park office, or download and print it here:

• Senior Citizen Limited Income Pass Application
• Off-Season Senior Pass Application
• Disability Pass Application
• Disabled Veteran Lifetime Pass Application
• Foster Family Pass Application

Once completed, mail your application and any required documents to:

Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission
P.O. Box 42650
Olympia, WA 98504

Who Should I Contact if I Need Help?

If you have questions or need help applying, contact the Washington State Parks Information Center at 360-902-8844 or email passes@parks.wa.gov. Staff can help explain the different passes, check your eligibility, and guide you through the application process.