Senior Citizen Limited Income Pass

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.

This pass does not take the place of a Discover Pass when visiting lands managed by Washington state Department of Fish and Wildlife or Department of Natural Resources.

Download the Discount Pass Program brochure (166 MB).

How to apply

Do not submit multiple applications.  This may result in a delay.

Download the Senior Citizen Limited Income Pass application (PDF).

Have an application mailed to you by calling (360) 902-8844, or the Washington Telecommunication Relay Service at (800) 833-6388.

If you need to renew your pass, please reapply.

Provide proof of residency and age

Must be a current Washington state resident for at least 3 consecutive months. 

• Valid Washington state driver license or ID card.

Provide proof of income

Total annual income of $40,000 or less, in accordance with state law. Submit 1 of the following:

• Federal income tax transcript from the previous calendar year.
• Senior citizen property tax exemption, from county of residence.
• Social Security Administration form SSA-1099, please provide proof of non-filing status from the IRS.

Do not submit original documents.

Mail

Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission 
P.O. Box 42650
Olympia, WA 98504

Fax

(360) 586-6640

Email

passes@parks.wa.gov

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 camping 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 most important for pass holders:

• Camping is limited to 10 consecutive nights at any single park from April 1 through Sept. 30, and 20 consecutive nights the rest of the year.
• Moorage is limited to three consecutive nights at any single park.
• 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.