Permits
The Discover Pass
A daily or annual pass required for access to Washington state parks and recreation lands managed by the
Washington State Department of Natural Resources and the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. The
Discover Pass can be used on either of two vehicles.
A Natural Investment Permit
A daily or annual permit that allows watercraft launching and trailer dumping at Washington state parks.
Sno-Park Permit
Permits necessary for parking and/or using motorized and non-motorized Sno-Parks.
Washington and Oregon Recreation Pass
The pass was discontinued July 31, 2011. However, the pass will be honored through the last day of the
expiration month at all Forest Service, National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Fish
and Wildlife sites and some U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Oregon State Parks.
Moorage Permit
Daily fees are charged year round for moorage at docks, floats and buoys from 1 p.m. to 8 a.m.
Filming Permit
Required for commercial filming at Washington state parks.
Commercial Use Permit
Commercial recreation providers (i.e. kayak adventures, bike tours) are required to register with Washington
State Parks and obtain a permit in order to engage in commercial recreation use of state parks.
Special Activities Permit
Permits are needed for group events such as weddings, scout troop events, company picnics, family reunions,
bicycle and foot races and community festivals.
Fees and Regulations
Summary of all fees for Washington State Parks permits.
State Parks Passes
Reduced or waived fees
Four passes reduce or waive camping, moorage, watercraft launch and trailer dump station fees for limited income senior citizens,
disabled veterans and people with disabilities (Washington State Parks passes only).