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State Park Annual
Passes — All 50 States 2026

Compare state park annual pass prices, inclusions (camping, boat launch, swimming, hiking), senior and disabled discounts, and breakeven visit calculations for all 50 states.

Breakeven Visit Calculations Senior & Disabled Discounts Pass Inclusions Guide
50States Covered
43Free Disabled Pass
3668Total State Parks
$56Avg Annual Fee
$12
Cheapest Annual Pass (MI)
$195
Most Expensive (CA)
2
States with Free Access (TN, PA)
4–18
Typical Breakeven Visits
Pass inclusions (camping, boat launch)
Breakeven visit calculations
Senior & disabled discounts
Most visited parks
Why Get a Pass?

Why an Annual State Park Pass Makes Sense

Save Money
Most state park annual passes pay for themselves in just 4–18 visits. If you visit parks regularly — even a few times per month — the savings add up to hundreds of dollars per year over daily fees.
Access to Nature
One pass opens the door to every state park in your state — beaches, mountain trails, freshwater lakes, historic sites, and wildlife preserves. No daily fee means you'll visit more often.
Senior Benefits
Most states offer significantly reduced annual pass rates for seniors (typically 50–75% off). Several states offer lifetime passes for seniors at minimal cost — one of the best deals in outdoor recreation.
Fund Conservation
Annual pass fees directly fund trail maintenance, habitat restoration, invasive species removal, wildlife programs, and facility improvements — helping keep parks beautiful for future generations.
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AL
Alabama
Annual $50
Pays off in 10 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 21 state parks
AK
Alaska
Annual $0
Pays off in 1 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 131 state parks
AZ
Arizona
Annual $75
Pays off in 10 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 35 state parks
AR
Arkansas
Annual $0
Pays off in 1 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 52 state parks
CA
California
Annual $195
Pays off in 18 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 279 state parks
CO
Colorado
Annual $80
Pays off in 8 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 42 state parks
CT
Connecticut
Annual $72
Pays off in 5 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 110 state parks
DE
Delaware
Annual $40
Pays off in 8 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 17 state parks
FL
Florida
Annual $120
Pays off in 15 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 175 state parks
GA
Georgia
Annual $50
Pays off in 10 visits
Pass details & inclusions 60 state parks
HI
Hawaii
Free Access Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 52 state parks
ID
Idaho
Annual $40
Pays off in 8 visits
Pass details & inclusions 30 state parks
IL
Illinois
Annual $0
Pays off in 1 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 300 state parks
IN
Indiana
Annual $50
Pays off in 8 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 24 state parks
IA
Iowa
Annual $0
Pays off in 1 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 83 state parks
KS
Kansas
Annual $25
Pays off in 5 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 28 state parks
KY
Kentucky
Annual $0
Pays off in 1 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 49 state parks
LA
Louisiana
Annual $30
Pays off in 10 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 22 state parks
ME
Maine
Annual $60
Pays off in 8 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 48 state parks
MD
Maryland
Annual $75
Pays off in 15 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 70 state parks
MA
Massachusetts
Annual $60
Pays off in 8 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 100 state parks
MI
Michigan
Annual $12
Pays off in 2 visits
Pass details & inclusions 103 state parks
MN
Minnesota
Annual $35
Pays off in 5 visits
Pass details & inclusions 75 state parks
MS
Mississippi
Annual $25
Pays off in 9 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 25 state parks
MO
Missouri
Annual $0
Pays off in 1 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 92 state parks
MT
Montana
Annual $50
Pays off in 9 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 55 state parks
NE
Nebraska
Annual $35
Pays off in 6 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 75 state parks
NV
Nevada
Annual $75
Pays off in 8 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 23 state parks
NH
New Hampshire
Annual $40
Pays off in 8 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 93 state parks
NJ
New Jersey
Annual $50
Pays off in 10 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 51 state parks
NM
New Mexico
Annual $40
Pays off in 8 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 34 state parks
NY
New York
Annual $80
Pays off in 8 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 180 state parks
NC
North Carolina
Annual $65
Pays off in 10 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 45 state parks
ND
North Dakota
Annual $30
Pays off in 6 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 13 state parks
OH
Ohio
Annual $0
Pays off in 1 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 75 state parks
OK
Oklahoma
Annual $0
Pays off in 1 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 33 state parks
OR
Oregon
Annual $30
Pays off in 6 visits
Pass details & inclusions 255 state parks
PA
Pennsylvania
Annual $0
Pays off in 1 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 121 state parks
RI
Rhode Island
Annual $70
Pays off in 10 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 12 state parks
SC
South Carolina
Annual $50
Pays off in 10 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 47 state parks
SD
South Dakota
Annual $30
Pays off in 4 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 13 state parks
TN
Tennessee
Annual $0
Pays off in 1 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 56 state parks
TX
Texas
Annual $70
Pays off in 12 visits
Pass details & inclusions 80 state parks
UT
Utah
Annual $75
Pays off in 8 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 43 state parks
VT
Vermont
Annual $60
Pays off in 15 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 55 state parks
VA
Virginia
Annual $60
Pays off in 9 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 44 state parks
WA
Washington
Annual $35
Pays off in 4 visits
Pass details & inclusions 125 state parks
WV
West Virginia
Annual $0
Pays off in 1 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 37 state parks
WI
Wisconsin
Annual $28
Pays off in 4 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 68 state parks
WY
Wyoming
Annual $50
Pays off in 9 visits
Disabled: Free
Pass details & inclusions 12 state parks
FAQ

Common State Park Pass Questions

In most states, the annual pass covers day-use fees (parking, swimming, hiking, facility access) but does NOT include camping fees. Camping is typically a separate reservation and fee. A handful of states include discounted or free camping at certain parks with the pass — check your specific state's page for details.
Generally no — state park annual passes are only valid within that state's park system. A few states have reciprocal agreements (e.g., some mid-Atlantic states) but these are the exception, not the rule. The America the Beautiful pass from the National Park Service works at federal lands but not state parks.
Yes — most states offer significant discounts. Senior discounts (typically for age 62 or 65+) range from 25–75% off the regular annual pass price. Several states offer free lifetime passes for seniors or disabled veterans. States like AZ offer a lifetime senior pass for just $20. Some states provide free passes for 100% disabled veterans.
Most state park annual passes include day-use parking, access to hiking trails, picnic areas, and beaches. Swimming at designated areas is included in many states. Boat launches, hunting access, and interpretive programs may also be included. Camping, cabin rentals, golf, marina fees, and special events are generally excluded.
This varies by state. Some passes cover all occupants of the vehicle, while others are tied to a specific vehicle's license plate. A few states offer household passes that cover multiple vehicles. Check your specific state's pass terms — the answer matters a lot for family trips.
Most state park annual passes expire 12 months from the date of purchase or on December 31 of the calendar year. Some states issue passes on a fiscal year basis. Always check the expiration date on your pass — some states send renewal reminders while others do not.