federal senior passes

You have to be at least 62 to get this pass. 1.5 years to go for me.

hartb1999 wrote:
do you have to American citizen

Yes, or a permanent resident, according to the link in Old-Biscuit's post above.

I'm a big fan. It has saved us hundreds of dollars the past four years, especially since campsite fees often(not always) are discounted 50% if you have the pass.

I suggest getting one each if you are a couple. We've found several occasions where that proved handy at $10.

Besides, one of us (not naming names) tends to lose things.

Golden_HVAC wrote:
Crater Lake National Park is the only place in Oregon that requires the pass and you can get it at the entrance station of most NP's.

You can also use it in other locations, but that I think is the only place in Oregon that is a National Park.

It might be easier to buy one in Washington or a NP in California.

Back in the 90's the pass was free. Now they charge a nominal fee, less than $25. If you have a full time handicap card, you can get a Golden Access card for free. It offers the same benefits, without charge to get one.

Fred.

Almost correct. Handicap card doesn't work because those are handed out to everyone. DW had to bring her disability papers to NP Service. Then of course it is free.

Makes me can't wait for 62 yrs old....lol Only 17 yrs to go...hehe

The Senior Pass is the best bargain you'll ever find. But as a footnote, if you visit "Historic Jamestowne", that is the actual site of the landing and accepts the National Parks Passes.
Nearby is "Jamestown Settlement". Its owned by the state of Virginia and requires a separate ticket. It doesn't accept the senior pass. Both are worth the visit. Here's the info.

hartb1999 wrote:
do you have to American citizen

Owning property or paying taxes in the U.S. does not automatically qualify you for a Senior Pass. You must be a permanent U.S. resident, or a U.S. citizen with identification such as U.S. Driver's License, Green Card or U.S. Passport.

hartb1999 wrote:
do you have to American citizen

Push the clicky named WHERE that is above your post and READ the answer to your question

We got ours at the National Park Regional office down the street here in Lakewood.:)

You can also get them online It costs $20 instead of $10 (processing fees, I guess) but it is still a good deal and you don't have to go anywhere.