State Park Pass
North Dakota State Park
Annual Pass 2026
Complete guide to North Dakota's state park annual pass - fees, inclusions, senior and disabled discounts, breakeven visit calculations, and most visited parks. North Dakota's Annual Vehicle Permit covers entry to all 13 state parks and recreation areas. Parks feature Theodore Roosevelt National Park gateway access, the badlands, Sheyenne River Valley, and Lake Sakakawea. The permit is an excellent value in a state known for outdoor recreation.
$30 Annual Pass
Disabled Pass: FREE
Pays off in 6 visits
2026 Pass Quick Facts
- North Dakota State Parks Annual Vehicle Permit
Verified 2026
Annual Pass
$30
North Dakota State Parks Annual Vehicle Permit
Senior Rate
$15
50% off regular price
Disabled Pass
FREE
Free for qualifying disabled persons
Breakeven
6
visits to pay for itself
Value Calculator
Is the North Dakota Pass Worth It?
Breakeven Point
6
visits
At an average day-use fee of $5 per visit,
the $30 North Dakota State Parks Annual Vehicle Permit pays for itself after just 6 visits.
If you visit North Dakota state parks more than 6 times per year, you save money every single time.
Avg Day-Use Fee
$5
per visit (saved)
10 Visits/Year
+$20
saved
20 Visits/Year
+$70
saved vs. daily fees
Pass Inclusions
What Does the North Dakota Pass Cover?
The following activities and facilities are covered (or not covered) by the North Dakota State Parks Annual Vehicle Permit.
Hiking
Included
Swimming
Included
Camping
Extra Fee
Boat Launch
Included
Fee Schedule
North Dakota State Park Pass Pricing
| Pass Type | Annual Fee | Savings |
|---|---|---|
| North Dakota State Parks Annual Vehicle Permit | $30.00 | Base rate |
| Senior Pass 62+ or 65+ | $15.00 | 50% off |
| Disabled Pass Qualifying disability | FREE | 100% off |
Park System Facts
North Dakota State Park System
13
State Parks
18,000
Total Acres
Top Destinations
Most Visited North Dakota State Parks
These parks see the highest visitation and where the annual pass pays off fastest:
1
Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park
2
Fort Ransom State Park
3
Lake Metigoshe State Park
4
Icelandic State Park
5
Cross Ranch State Park
Important Notes
North Dakota Pass Details
Senior pass (62+) is 50% off. ND residents with disabilities receive a free annual permit. Note that Theodore Roosevelt National Park is federally managed — America the Beautiful pass applies there, not this state permit. Camping fees are separate.
Source: North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department (www.parkrec.nd.gov).
Pass fees and inclusions verified 2026. Always confirm current pricing directly with the agency before purchasing.