In addition to free entry at participating sites, the Access Pass includes discounts on someexpanded amenity feessuch as camping. Golden Age Passports are valid for a lifetime however, if they physically wear out you will need to obtain a replacement Access Pass with proper identification. A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. The National Park Annual Pass gives you access to over 2,000 recreation areas including federal lands, National Monuments, US National Historic Sites, National Historical Parks, and other sites managed by the National Park Service. We currently offer two types of passes for use at national parks, forests, and other federal recreation sites: Site Passes and the America the Beautiful - The National Parks & Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass (referred to as the Interagency Annual Pass). Thank you. VA has been hard on vets forever.Its about time they are examined inside and out and get real qualified Raters in the chairs of our rating system. Hah! Each Annual Pass can have up to two "owners". fedrecpass@usgs.gov Scroll Down- There are a number of passes available, many of them discounted or free for certain groups. them are Veterans themselves. Also: I see another comment on here about buying a lifetime pass at the age of 62 or older. they become veterans after they leave military service. This is a great benefit for BLIND and PERMANENTLY DISABLED Veterans. The Disability Access Pass is a free, lifetime pass - available to U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. that have been medically determined to have a permanent disability that provides admittance to more than 2,000 recreation sites managed by five Federal agencies. Why not just file for the pass online using your VA ID card info and let the government employee who receives it verify the information on the multi million dollar computer system they just purchased. Thank you for your very informative posting on the National park access pass. The PDF list of the national parks that issue passes is linked here. Did you know that individuals with disabilities are entitled to a free lifetime pass to visit our National Parks? I can appreciate all the vets that feel like second class citizens because they got out without injuries and are left out of this offer maybe you can start a petition so all vets that ever served can get free entry passes. I am receiving a non-service connected pension from the V.A., and have a 10% rating (which pays less than the non-service connected pension). Well, they are. Before you go to one of those NPS locations, make sure you read what you need to bring with you as far as documentation. I myself have been 100% connected from leaving the discharge shack, yet lest I judge or call out anybody else with a disability to deal with in their life. I myself am a veteran that doesnt qualify for this but my servious was no less sacrificing the nose that are disabled now and the VA does not always qualified veterans that needs qualification. Loss of or loss of use falls under a different tier of disability compensation called SPECIAL MONTHLY COMPENSATION and is a lesser known and harder to navigate tier of disability. Lol. To get this benefit, 4th Graders must go to the Every Kid Outdoors website at everykidoutdoors.gov click on the "Get Your Pass" icon at the top of the screen to get your free voucher. I went today and the front entry was closed again. Who qualifies for the Access Pass? fedrecpass@usgs.gov 1-888-ASK-USGS (1-888-275-8747) Yes, England has its own National Parks System, but I do not know their programs. They have water issues and because they cant provide normal services, they left it open/free entry. Why isnt Mt Rushmore a national park? 3. To qualify for the Pass the disability must be permanent and limit one or more major life activities. Hows it work for us? Normally this would be $80 per year or as much as $25-$50 per visit. Your status as a veteran isnt less important, its because you dont have a service connected disability. Its a great way to catalog family vacations, and the free pass makes it budget-friendly. I just asked the Ranger about Vet discounts, He asked if I was disabled, I said yes, I got my pass on the spot after I showed him my VA ID. Is there a list of the parks available? View a detailed list of required documents pertaining to the Disitnguished Veteran Pass Application. Got my card and on my way in less than two minutes. In 2013, Veterans to Farmers was launched to allow Veterans to re-utilize those skills while taking on the challenge of continuing to feed our growing nation and securing our food sovereignty. You should seek guidance from the South Park Ranger District 719 836-2031 as why they disregarded their own access point and web site rules. Just a parking fee. Heaven knows the govt used, and often abused, some of the best years of our lives. For all those whining about this nice benefit, please just be happy that you are not disabled and try to be for your disabled comrades. Dan , this is shameful that they would disregard their own rules . NOT TRUE! I went to one yesterday and they were requiring a 70% to get a free pass. I remember complaining to crisis hot line that while contemplating suicide and dialed the VA hospital number in Vermont and received a message telling me to hang up and dial a 10 digit number. As for the disabled Veteran National Parks Access Pass, you can get it in person at any NATIONAL Park that charges an Access Fee. If you dont live near a National Park that charges access fees, you will have to apply through the mail and pay $10.00 processing fee. 20/20 means 20/20 in vision. What about regular Veterans? Even if you are well over the 10% minimum for the Access Pass, the VA may not have determined you have permanent disability. I just dont believe people should be in positions of authority without some kind of background check for sociopathic behavior and a false sense of superiority over the less fortunate. There is a system in place for this, and we cannot just drive up to a park entrance expecting free admission. The National Parks Disability Pass offers entrance to all the US National Parks, Forests, and monuments throughout the USA and neighboring territories. Those of us that served and didnt retire and didnt get hurt are treated like outcasts. active military not active veterans. Have an application mailed to you by calling (360) 902-8844, or the Washington Telecommunication Relay Service at (800) 833-6388. https://store.usgs.gov/s3fs-public/access_pass_application.pdf, Look on the bottom of page 2 of the application form for the address. Yes, please list the FREE recreation sites Nation wide. Cost: Free. I would seek guidance from the South Park Ranger District 719 836-2031 as to why they are not following the rules on the access point and their website. The VA knows who the disabled veterans are, why not send very Disabled Veteran a pass as surprise gift. Thanks for the heads up and regards to all fellow vets out there. I cant find an application for a Disabled Veteran lifetime National Park Pass. A document issued by a state agency such as a vocational rehabilitation agency. In the second paragraph above that reads: Many Veterans, with a service connected disability rating, are entering Federal parks for free with the Lifetime National Parks Access Pass from the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service. The pass is for soldiers injured in combat and their spouses and immediate family members. Your posting was clear and concise please keep up the good work. they are active military & become veterans after they leave military service. Less than 1% of the US population are military veterans. I was told at the visitor center that I had to be 100% disabled to qualify for the pass. Thank you for writing the article, I had no clue federal parks were free. Let me understand this. Its classes provide the hands-on training needed to learn about the many ways a Veteran may participate in agriculture. Another example of where you have to be disabled to account for anything. The White House should see to it that all parks, that have a staff on site, at a welcome desk, issue these. Price would have been quite a bit, but saw the post on the guard shack about this pass and got mine right there. Right! There are no more participation trophies in a #MAGA America. My late husband qualified through loss of use of his kidney function. I lost and eye and Im at 30%. Box 25286 Step 2: Exchange a printed voucher for the Annual 4th Grade Pass at federal recreation sites that charge entrance or standard amenity fees (day use fee). If you are a Veteran in crisis Every campsite in Daniel Boon national PK is not honoring the Access passes 50% off!! Ya my brother is in the same boat. Because I was wounded in Vietnam and have a Purple Heart. Life is not fair Im sure that most all of us that have served and were injured/disable would trade this pass for good health. Showing a State motor vehicle department disability sticker, license plate or hang-tag is not acceptable documentation. Since, Channel Islands National Park is a non-fee charging park they do not issue the pass. Is there some where I can go to find a list of recreation sites that are on the list for free access? Send your completed Application to: Questions: It will either have to be a note from a physician or notice that you are receiving SSDI income. Ill bet illegals get anything they want **FREE** including this benefit or all else democraps will have another sissy convulsion, duh!!! A locked padlock . Yes. Discounts offered by the Pass vary widely across the many different types of recreation sites. Box 25286 I think I had already heard something about it but never gave it much thought. Also in large print. I just found out about this today. USGS So just BEWARE I was told by the Grand Canyon park service, they dont care about your disability rating!!!!! Provides entrance or access to pass owner and accompanying passengers in a single . BOISE CITY, OK-CO-TX-KS HISTORICAL MAP GEOPDF 30X60 GRID 100000-SCALE 1982, BOSWELL, OK HISTORICAL MAP GEOPDF 7.5X7.5 GRID 24000-SCALE 1969, BRAMAN, OK-KS HISTORICAL MAP GEOPDF 7.5X7.5 GRID 24000-SCALE 1967, BUSHYHEAD, OK HISTORICAL MAP GEOPDF 7.5X7.5 GRID 24000-SCALE 1970, https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/pickup-pass-locations.htm. You have good days and you have bad days. If the DOD is not fulfilling the contract, get a lawyer or be thankful you served and the contract Fullfilled and complete. Who knows. It may also be ordered through the USGS Online (with a $10 handling fee): https://store.usgs.gov/access-pass Ill be retiring soon, so any freebies I can get in my travels (as a ret vet w/ %-connection for my back) when I do call it a career will be very much welcome. The language in the application is clear. On December 27, 2021, President Biden signed into law S. 1605 "The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022" (NDAA). ACCEPTEDAward Letter (VA) The Access Pass is a free, lifetime pass available to United States citizens or permanent residents, regardless of age, that have a permanent disability that can be used at over 2,000 Federal recreation sites across the nation, including National Parks, National Wildlife Refuges, and many National Forest lands. Ill give it to you, but thats wrong. Seniors will receive a discount for day-use entry if they show their driver's license. The pass can be bought at any state park and is valid for a year from the day you purchase it. Its hard enough being retired, getting SSA, Step 1: Get a paper voucher by visiting the Every Kid Outdoors website and following the instructions. A free, lifetime pass - available to U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States that have been medically determined to have a permanent disability (does not have to be a 100% disability) - that provides admittance to more than 2,000 recreation sites managed by five Federal agencies. A free, lifetime pass - available to U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States that have been medically determined to have a permanent disability (does not have to be a 100% disability). I have a Golden Age Passport. Thanks Dave Martin. Document issued by Federal agency such as the Veteran's Administration, Social Security Disability Income, or Supplemental Security Income; Document issued by a State agency such as a vocational rehabilitation agency. Cmon were all vets here and can follow instructions right? In generaldiscounts are honored as follows: No. Up to 100% of the Pass program's proceeds are used to improve and enhance visitor recreation services. You can apply for the pass online or by mail with a $10 processing fee or get it for free at a Federal recreation site that issues the passes. The SMP tier has additional assistant benefits besides the increase in monthly dollars too. Many of Decals are issued on annual basis, even for owners of lifetime Senior/Access passes, Decals are NOT valid for entry at staffed entrance sites - you MUST show your pass, All sites that issue passes issue free hangtags. If hearing loss and tinnitus is not a disability, I do not know what is. Please upload identification that indicates that you are a citizen or permanent resident, such as a drivers license, passport, green card, or birth certificate. A little-known benefit from the Interior Department gives military veterans with any disability rating from the Department of Veterans Affairs a free lifetime pass to national parks and other . It does exist and it was amazing! Nobody but that person can say what their body feels like or what trauma fosters in their mind. The passes provide entrance or access to more than 2,000 Federal recreation sites. Thank you Steve as you can see, even when information is concise and direct many still miss the essences of what is conveyed! The contract come with clauses indicating benefits. Canada has a national parks system too. I would trade my injuries and suffering pain for your good health. But that is something Im not sure of.check it out for sure. Pass holders are admitted free to public lands and parks that accept the pass. We learned too late. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS Visit the Every Kid Outdoors website and get a paper pass. Hey! Again like most government bureaucracies you must jump through hoops. The Park Ranger on duty was condescending and extremely rude. Took the trip when living in FL for a NASCAR race and had an entire day free before. This was not always the existing policy with the passes so I could see how several agencies would be caught off guard with the VA just changing the rules without letting them know. YES I AM A RETIRED U.S.NAVY VETERAN MMCS I AM 70 % DISABLED RIGHT NOW. We have visited many of the National Parks. Under 16: free. Box 942896. Disability Access Pass for National Parks: Read through the instructions first and gather your documentation. DECALS Just went to MR last weekmilitary did not have to pay for parking. An Access Pass permits entrance for one motorcycle. I am a retired Marine Corp Veteran of 24 years service. The Access Pass may be issued to U.S. citizens or permanent residents of any age that have been medically determined to have a permanent disability (does not have to be a 100% disability) that severely limits one or more major life activities. (1-888-275-8747). (1-888-275-8747) A permanent disability is a permanent physical, mental, or sensory impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, such as caring for oneself, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning, and working. I just got a pass at Zion national Park. The Access Pass may be issued to U.S. citizens or permanent residents of any age that have been medically determined to have apermanent disability(does not have to be a 100% disability) that severely limits one or more major life activities. 100% Disabled I am an over 50% disabled vet but I am NOT permanently disabled. Send your completed Application to: Do I need this also. Thank you for your service . Receipts and electronic scanned images of your pass are NOT valid for use. I live near Manassas too. Please provide a mailing address for the US Geological Survey to obtain this free pass. And Veterans Natl. Get more resources at VeteransCrisisLine.net. See https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/pickup-pass-locations.htm for sites that issue the Access Pass. The Pass is free and issued at the time of entry. I dont care if you are a vet disabled or retired I dont care if you were a vet and you left this country and your family to go somewhere else then you deserve a free lifetime pass no big deal. I got it when they first came out. VA disability award letter, VA summary of benefits, or proof of SSDI income. The senior pass now costs $80 and does not provide the financial discounts. Information changes at times and we want to ensure your viewers have accurate information and one place to go to for questions and answers about the Access Pass and any other interagency pass we offer. She demanded information on my disability rating and seemed to focus on whether I was 100% disabled. How to Get the Free National Parks 4 Grade Annual Pass. I was told as a child and I live up to it everyday Dont worry about anybody elses personal business, worry about yourself. Just Fine unless the Fing VA doesnt take away your 38 yr old service connected disability rating. I was just now informed they require a 30% rating. Sir I salute your comment and your thinking. They also can be used at national parks, wildlife refuges and other federal lands. Here is the link to the FAQs related to all interagency passes: https://store.usgs.gov/faq, Link to sites that issue and accept the Access Pass: https://store.usgs.gov/recreational-passes, If you have any questions, please contact me at Lisa_Bourne@nps.gov or my colleague Traci_Kolc@nps.gov. Available Add $80 Product to Cart About Your Annual Pass. Why just disabled? The lady cuts me off. If I printed it off they cant say anything to me. The Access Pass application form You will need to upload documentation, so prepare PDFs or pictures of your documents. Only the vehicle with thepass owneris covered. I am a widow of a disabled veteran (100%). A physical pass will be shipped to you. They no longer charge at this park, which seems they might want to again, at least for yearly passes to help pay for running the place. So call first. Im filling out the application but its saying theres a $10 charge. We also collect the National Parks and State quartersbut we collect all of them in a folder, not just the ones we have visited. Drove up to the gates to the Grand Canyon and the park lady says, thats not accurate. The percentage of veterans to total population is negligible. The Senior Pass includes all the same discounts as the access pass, which is free access to all sites that charge an entrance fee and 50% discount on some expanded amenity fees (camping, boat launching, etc). Its my believe that the vets posting here are attempting to help one another. Box 25286 We experienced that too, and it pissed me off. People with disabilities interested in visiting national parks can benefit from the America the Beautiful Access Pass, a free, lifetime pass that is available to U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States that have been medically determined to have a permanent disability (does not have to be a 100% disability). I am a Desert Storm Veteran, non-combat with service connection. ** Letter must denominate any disability percentage **, Image Its not fair. It would be so easy to give it to everyone but that is why it is a program for the disabled. (Children under 16 are always admitted free.) At "per person" sites, the applicable fee will be charged for each additional person. Just get it then. It is free to enter. I did bring out my VA letter showing 100% disability. Denver, CO 80225, Download the PDF application form. Please be aware that passes are not available at all national park sites. 1967 to 1971 THANK YOU. Hello, Lighten up!!! 2) Annual Senior Pass. Now, I love my NASCARhave been to dozens of races from Miami to Phoenix to NH and never miss one on TV..BUT that trip was worth the Grand Canyon ALONE! Official websites use .gov These include seniors, youth, volunteers, military and their families, and those with permanent disabilities. This application is for permanently disabled vets. Other acceptable Federal agency documents include proof of receipt of Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI);. Attn: Access Pass I would like to know where are some of the places in Kansas that I can use this because I live in Kansas. FYI Ive been able to go into ANY national park and get a new Access Pass with just my WORDbefore I ever saw this article and before I gained my 100% disability from the VA, I am 100% Disabled, service connected, and I would like to know where I get the DD Form 2765 for flying aboard Youd be surprised. It is a pass for ANY disabled citizen or permanent resident of the US. Is there a way to sign up online to get the pass? If you read the instructions, you have to pay for parking at some monuments because the are NOT run by the National Park Service, they are private contractors. Denver, CO 80225. Thought it was a good idea at the time. The access Pass is fantastic. Current military member: free. Bozkurt. Desert Storm At many sites, the Access Pass provides the pass owner a discount on Expanded Amenity Fees (such as camping, swimming, boat launching, and guided tours). does free pass also apply to the spouse of a 100% disabled vet who is deceased? Started fighting for service connected disability after 17 years separated from service. Provides entrance or access to pass owner and accompanying passengers in a . I wouldnt apply for this pass online. Why is it so hard for some of you to do that? https://store.usgs.gov/s3fs-public/access_pass_application.pdf, The address is on the application. Please contact a site directly if you have a question about pass acceptance and fees. NOT ACCEPTEDNotice of Benefit Increase (SSDI), Image Golden Pass for over 62? The Access Passes are even offered on Clear Creeks website. No disrespect and I wish you peace within. I am the acting Business Manager for the Interagency Pass Program, including the lifetime Access Pass. No, less than 1% of the current population are active veterans, a little over 7% of the current population are veterans. (redacted) Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. Good for entry into 400+ National Parks and over 2,000 recreation sites across the country, the Lifetime Access Pass is another way a grateful nation says thank you for the service and sacrifices of Veterans with disabilities. Both passes are basically the same, just different criteria to be eligible for them.. I will say though that from reading the article, it looks to me to be a lot easier to get it at a National Park. For complete information on the pass, please follow the following links: Access Pass Frequently Asked Questions: https://store.usgs.gov/faq#Access-Pass There are several pass . Thanks, Jim. Can anyone help. My email address is (redacted). It sounds more like people who have chips on their shoulders and dont want to do their jobs and help people who are eligible for it. Information and laws about service animals in our parks. Please see my Sensory Friendly Travel Section for all of our National Park and other travel reviews. Dont remember the disability percentage required. Any ideas on how I can obtain the form? Not $80 for seniors I went with my Dad. Wow!! A typical admission fee to a national park can range from free to $30 plus. In the above paragraph that reads: I am a disabled Vet. Thats It. Said they were specifically told they do not allow ANY passes by the folks at Parks Management Company. Took my paperwork stating so. Count your blessings. Thank you! He was already rated 100% for his heart and 40% for diabetes. An Annual Pass is available for Louisiana State Parks that allows for unlimited day-use at all sites for all people in one non-commercial vehicle. 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