State Park Pass
Texas State Park
Annual Pass 2026
Complete guide to Texas's state park annual pass — fees, inclusions, senior and disabled discounts, breakeven visit calculations, and most visited parks. The Texas State Parks Annual Pass provides unlimited day-use entry to all 80 state parks. It offers exceptional value given Texas's park entrance fees and the diversity of terrain from Gulf Coast beaches to Hill Country springs.
$70 Annual Pass
Pays off in 12 visits
2026 Pass Quick Facts
— Texas State Parks Annual Pass
Verified 2026
Annual Pass
$70
Texas State Parks Annual Pass
Senior Rate
$25
64% off regular price
Disabled Pass
$3
Disabled persons discounted rate
Breakeven
12
visits to pay for itself
Value Calculator
Is the Texas Pass Worth It?
Breakeven Point
12
visits
At an average day-use fee of $6 per visit,
the $70 Texas State Parks Annual Pass pays for itself after just 12 visits.
If you visit Texas state parks more than 12 times per year, you save money every single time.
Avg Day-Use Fee
$6
per visit (saved)
10 Visits/Year
-$10
not yet breakeven
20 Visits/Year
+$50
saved vs. daily fees
Pass Inclusions
What Does the Texas Pass Cover?
The following activities and facilities are covered (or not covered) by the Texas State Parks Annual Pass.
Hiking
Included
Swimming
Included
Camping
Extra Fee
Boat Launch
Not Included
Fee Schedule
Texas State Park Pass Pricing
| Pass Type | Annual Fee | Savings |
|---|---|---|
| Texas State Parks Annual Pass | $70.00 | Base rate |
| Senior Pass 62+ or 65+ | $25.00 | 64% off |
| Disabled Pass Qualifying disability | $3.00 | 96% off |
Park System Facts
Texas State Park System
80
State Parks
635,000
Total Acres
Top Destinations
Most Visited Texas State Parks
These parks see the highest visitation and where the annual pass pays off fastest:
1
Garner State Park
2
Pedernales Falls State Park
3
Huntsville State Park
4
Bastrop State Park
5
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Important Notes
Texas Pass Details
Texas pass is one of the best values in the US given low annual fee. Senior pass (65+) is $25/year. Disabled veterans with 60%+ disability pay just $3/year. Camping fees are separate.
Source: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (tpwd.texas.gov).
Pass fees and inclusions verified 2026. Always confirm current pricing directly with the agency before purchasing.