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Foster Family Pass
Offered to Washington State residents who provide out-of-home care to children as foster parents, caregivers or kinship families.
Pass benefits
Free camping (1 site per night) and free day-use parking at Washington State Parks (no Discover Pass needed).
Parent and child receiving care must camp and visit together to collect a discount.
This pass is free to apply for and must be renewed every 2 years. To renew your pass, please reapply.
This pass is not accepted at Sno-Parks, National recreation sites or on lands managed by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife or Department of Natural Resources.
How to apply
Use the contact information at the bottom of this page if you need help applying or have questions.
Download the application
Foster Family Pass application (Word 54 KB)
Foster Family Pass application (PDF 103 KB)
We'll email or mail you an application, call (360) 902-8844, or the Washington Telecommunication Relay Service or email infocent@parks.wa.gov.
Provide documents
Please don't apply with original documents or submit more than one application.
We may request additional information.
Residency
Parent(s) must be a current Washington state resident for at least 3 consecutive months. *Submit 1 of the following:
- Washington state driver license or ID card.
- Washington state voter registration card.
- Senior property tax exemption.
Proof of out-of-home care
*Submit 1 of the following:
- Award letter or license from DCYF or DSHS.
- Guardianship court orders from state or Tribal government.
- Verification form filled out by Tribal or kinship navigator authority with one of the following: Tax return or lease agreement with both parent and child’s name. Apple health Core Connection provider one card.
Submit application
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
P.O. Box 42650
Olympia, WA 98504
Fax
(360) 586-6640
Discount pass rules and expectations
If you are using a discount pass there are some basic rules you'll need to follow.
Pass holder expectations
Do not alter or make copies of your pass. Never share your pass or pass number with others. Pass holders will be charged $15 for replacements.
The pass holder must cancel reservations if unable to use them.
Camping rules
The Foster child must arrive and camp with the pass holder to collect a discount. The pass holder must be the registered Occupant. Be prepared to provide photo ID.
All camping discounts and associated benefits are limited to the site the pass holder is camping in. Discounts and fee reductions are limited to 1 campsite or moorage site per night.
Do not make duplicate or multiple reservations for the same night. Including double sites.
Park rules
While it is important that you follow all park rules, these rules are important for pass holders to understand:
- Campsites are for recreational use only. Stay limits apply, see park rules.
- Pass holders are expected to treat park staff with respect, always follow park rules and staff guidance.
Violations of these rules, or any other park rules, may result in pass benefit suspension or revocation. Must surrender pass upon request.
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Contact Us
| Name | Discount Pass Program |
|---|---|
| Department | Information Center |
| Phone | (360) 902-8844 |
| infocent@parks.wa.gov | |
| Fax | (360) 586-6640 |