*NOTICE: All 1.600 passes have been distributed at this time.
The Utah Department of Veterans and Military Affairs (UDVMA) and the Utah Division of State Parks are excited to implement a new pilot program offering a special Veterans Adventure State Parks Pass for Utah veterans. This one-year pilot program, created and funded by the Utah State Legislature (S.B. 108), is designed to provide our veterans with day-use access to the stunning natural landscapes and recreational opportunities that Utah's state parks have to offer.
This pass is separate from the Veterans With Disabilities Honor Pass, which is available to eligible veterans with a service-related disability. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE...
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the Veterans Adventure Pass, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Utah Resident
- Interagency Military-Lifetime Pass holder: Applicants must possess the Interagency Military-LIFETIME Pass for national parks. Other national parks passes such as the Military Annual Pass, Senior Pass, Access Pass, and others do not meet this requirement.
Program Details
- LIMITED AVAILABILITY: Only 1,600 passes are available through this pilot program. Passes will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage eligible veterans to apply as soon as possible to secure their pass. Please note that each veteran is only eligible for a single pass.
- DURATION: This is a one-year pilot program, and passes will be valid from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.
- LIMITATIONS: The pass is not valid at This Is The Place Heritage Park and does not cover fees charged by Davis County for travel on the Antelope Island Causeway. The Veterans Adventure pass is not valid for special charges or fees within the park — such as the Jordan River Off-Highway Vehicle State Park rider fees, golf green fees, special program participation fees, camping fees, etc.
- APPLICATION PROCESS:
- ONLINE: Eligible veterans can apply online through the below application. Once approved, passes will be mailed to the address provided on the application within 7-10 business days.
- IN-PERSON: If you would like to pick up your pass in-person, there is NO need to complete the online application. Eligible veterans can show their Interagency Military-LIFETIME Pass for national parks at UDVMA's office at 550 Foothill Drive, Suite 105, Salt Lake City, UT 84113.
- Reminder: Passes will be distributed on a first-come-first-serve basis.
*NOTICE: All 1.600 passes have been distributed at this time.
Veterans with Disabilities Honor Pass
If you are a Utah veteran with a service-related disability, you are likely eligible for the Veterans With Disabilities Honor Pass. This pass, offered by the Utah Division of State Parks, is available to veterans residing in Utah who have been honorably discharged and have a service-related disability. Qualified veterans can enjoy free day-use access to state parks for themselves and up to seven guests in the same vehicle.
