Lifetime Disabled Veteran Pass

Pass benefits

When visiting Washington state parks, enjoy free day-use parking (no Discover Pass required), boat launch and trailer dump.  As well as free camping or moorage with no reservation fees*.

This pass is not accepted at Sno-Parks or National recreation sites.

Program updates starting October 2025

This pass will take the place of a Discover Pass when visiting lands managed by Washington state Department of Fish and Wildlife and Department of Natural Resources.  Please contact these agencies directly with questions.

*Starting in October, pass holder's will be charged reservation and change fee when making reservations both online and by phone.  Cancelation fees are still waived.

How to apply

Use the contact information at the bottom of this page if you need help applying or have questions. 

Download the application

Disabled Veteran Pass application (PDF)  

Disabled Veteran Pass application (Word)

Solicitud De Pase De Veterano Discapacitado (PDF)

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

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

Driver licenses with a military expiration date

If it’s been 90-days or more since you separated from active duty, your driver license is expired.  Please contact the Department of Licensing to renew your license before you  apply.

If it's been less than 90-days since you separated from active duty, your driver license is still valid and you’re welcome to use it to apply for this pass.

VA benefit verification letter

VA benefit letter must:

• Be on official letterhead
• Match the name on your proof of residency
• Be addressed to a Washington state address
• Show your combined service-connected disability rating

We can't accept the DD-214, VA Health Care or Retired Military ID cards.

You can request or update your VA benefit verification letter at va.gov/records/download-va-letters/or call (800) 698-2411.

Submit application

Email

passes@parks.wa.gov

Mail

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.

Download the Discount Pass Program brochure (166 MB).