Washington State Parks Free Days in April

Written By Communications Team

Washington State Parks invites visitors to enjoy the park on two free days in April. No Discover Pass is needed for day use on April 3 in celebration of spring and on Earth Day, April 22.

The free days are in keeping with legislation that created the Discover Pass, which costs $30 for an annual pass or $10 for a one-day pass and is required for vehicle access to state recreation lands managed by Washington State Parks, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The Discover Pass legislation provided that State Parks could designate up to 12 free days when the pass would not be required to visit state parks. The free days apply only at state parks; the Discover Pass is still required on WDFW and DNR lands.

The remaining 2021 State Parks free days are:

  • Saturday, April 3 — Springtime free day

  • Thursday, April 22 — Earth Day

  • Saturday, June 5 — National Trails Day

  • Saturday, June 12 – National Get Outdoors Day

  • Sunday, June 13 — Free Fishing Day

  • Wednesday, Aug. 25 — National Park Service Birthday

  • Saturday, Sept. 25 — National Public Lands Day

  • Thursday, Nov. 11 — Veterans Day

  • Friday, Nov. 26 — Autumn free day

The Discover Pass provides daytime access to parks. Overnight visitors in state parks are charged fees for camping and other overnight accommodations; day access is included in the overnight fee.

Note: State Parks free days do not apply to Sno-Parks. During the winter season, December through March, visitors to Sno-Parks will need Sno-Park permits, which are available for purchase online or from vendors throughout the state. For more information about winter recreation permit requirements, visit: parks.state.wa.us/winter.

News media contact:
Meryl Lassen, Communications Office, (503) 490-8796
media@parks.wa.gov

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About Washington State Parks

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission manages more than 100 state parks and properties totaling approximately 120,000 acres. The Commission provides a variety of recreation opportunities for citizens and provides stewardship protection for a diverse array of natural, cultural and historic resources. State Parks’ statewide programs include long-distance trails, boating safety and winter recreation.April 3 — Springtime free day

  • April 22 -- Earth Day

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