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Senior Citizen Limited Income Pass
Offered to Washington State residents who are 62 years or older with an annual income of $40,000 or less.
Pass benefits
Free day-use parking, watercraft launch and trailer dump in State Parks.
50% discount on nightly camping or moorage fees.
50% off of the Senior Off-Season Pass.
This pass is free to apply for and must be renewed every 5 years. If you need 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
Senior Limited Income Pass application (Word 50 KB)
Senior Limited Income Pass application (PDF 123 KB)
We'll email or mail you an application, call (360) 902-8844, or the Washington Telecommunication Relay Service or emailinfocent@parks.wa.gov.
Provide documents
Please don't apply with original documents or submit more than one application.
We may request additional information.
Residency
Must show Washington state residency for at least 3 consecutive months. Submit one of the following:
- Valid Washington state driver license or ID card
- Valid Washington state voter registration card
- Washington state property tax exemption
Age
If you don't apply with a driver license or ID card provide one of the following:
- Birth certificate
- Baptismal certificate
- Notarized affidavit of age
Annual income
Provide proof of an annual income of $40,000 or less, or in accordance with RCW 84.36.381. Documents must be from the current tax year. You must provide spousal income if applicable. Provide one of the following:
- Federal Income Tax transcript
- Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption
- Social Security Administration form SSA-1099
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 pass holder must be the registered Occupant and present at the site to receive a discount. The pass is only valid for the person it is issued to. The pass must be valid and physically with you during your visit. 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 and moorage 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 |