Support Washington State Parks
Time to renew your Discover Pass!A Discover Pass is your ticket to Washington State’s great outdoors. Purchase an annual pass online today.
The Discover Pass offers you access to millions of acres of state recreation lands in Washington, including:
- More than 100 developed state parks
- More than 350 primitive recreation sites, including campgrounds and picnic areas
- Nearly 700 water-access points
- Nearly 2,000 miles of designated water and land recreation trails
- More than 80 natural areas
- More than 30 wildlife areas
When you buy the Discover Pass, you are helping to keep the state’s wonderful outdoor recreation sites open and accessible to the public.
Want to learn about other ways to support Washington State’s fabulous parks? Consider purchasing a State Parks License Plate. Support arts and education in state parks by purchasing a Washington State Parks license plate. Funds raised by license plate sales are dedicated to support:
- Outdoor Education From Junior Ranger programs to guided hikes to campfire talks, sales from state parks license plates fund our Interpretive Program, which provides educational opportunities in parks.
- Folk and Traditional Arts Events The Folk and Traditional Arts Program sponsors performances in state parks by musicians, dancers, craftspeople and storytellers who represent a wide variety of old and new Washington traditions.
- Sharing Washington Heritage Stories The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission cares for some of our state’s most significant natural and cultural sites. Funds from license plate sales help pay for exhibits, educational displays and programs that bring our shared heritage to life.
