Details
Agency: Washington State Parks / DNR
Annual Cost: $35.00
Day Cost: $11.50
Guide
Washington Parking Pass Guide
Which pass do you need? Compare costs, coverage, and where to buy for Discover Pass, NW Forest Pass, National Park Pass, and more.
Pass Comparison
| Pass | Agency | Annual | Day | Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discover Pass | Washington State Parks / DNR | $35.00 | $11.50 | Buy |
| Northwest Forest Pass | USDA Forest Service | $30.00 | $5.00 | Buy |
| Mount Rainier National Park Pass | National Park Service | $55.00 | $30.00 | Buy |
| Mount St. Helens Climbing Permit | USDA Forest Service - Gifford Pinchot NF | N/A | $15.00 | Buy |
Discover Pass
Notes
Required for vehicle access at Washington State Parks, DNR, and WDFW managed trailheads. Can be purchased online, at trailhead fee stations, or at retail locations (REI, Fred Meyer, etc.).
Northwest Forest Pass
Details
Agency: USDA Forest Service
Annual Cost: $30.00
Day Cost: $5.00
Notes
Required at most USFS trailheads in Oregon and Washington. America the Beautiful (Interagency) pass ($80/year) also accepted. Available at ranger stations and online.
Trails requiring this pass
- Annette Lake Trail
- Bandera Mountain via Ira Spring Trail
- Barclay Lake Trail
- Beckler Peak Trail
- Blanca Lake Trail
- Chain Lakes Loop
- Colchuck Lake Trail
- Coleman-Deming Route
- Esmeralda Basin Trail
- Fisher Chimneys Route
- Gothic Basin Trail
- Granite Mountain Trail #1016
- Heather Lake Trail
- Heliotrope Ridge Trail
- Kendall Katwalk via PCT
- Lake 22 Trail
- Lake Ingalls Trail
- Lake Serene Trail
- Lake Valhalla Trail
- Maple Pass Loop
- McClellan Butte Trail
- Mount Dickerman Trail
- Mount Ellinor Trail
- Mount Pilchuck Trail
- Mount Pugh Trail (Stujack Pass)
- Mount Washington Trail
- Rachel Lake Trail
- Skyline Divide Trail
- Snoqualmie Mountain via Snow Lake
- Snow Lake Trail
- Sulphide Glacier Route
- Talapus & Olallie Lakes Trail
- The Brothers via Lena Lake
- Winchester Mountain Lookout Trail
- Yellow Aster Butte Trail
Mount Rainier National Park Pass
Details
Agency: National Park Service
Annual Cost: $55.00
Day Cost: $30.00
Notes
Per-vehicle entry fee for Mount Rainier National Park. America the Beautiful pass ($80/year) covers all national parks. Climbing permits are separate and additional.
Trails requiring this pass
Mount St. Helens Climbing Permit
Details
Agency: USDA Forest Service - Gifford Pinchot NF
Annual Cost: N/A
Day Cost: $15.00
Notes
Required April 1 through October 31 for climbing above 4,800 ft on Mount St. Helens. Limited to 100 climbers per day in peak season. Book early — popular dates sell out months in advance. No permit required November through March.
Trails requiring this pass
Pro Tips
America the Beautiful Pass
The $80/year Interagency Pass covers all National Parks and most USFS trailheads. If you hike frequently across agencies, this is the best deal.
Where to Buy
Most passes available at REI, ranger stations, and online. Discover Pass also at Fred Meyer and automated trailhead fee stations.
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