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rarintogo
May 31, 2015Explorer
Having been a camphost volunteer for the Washington State Parks for the 8 years, I can tell you, yes the fees have gone up. The state is not helping much at all. So many layoffs. So much needs to be done in the parks and there is no money. It's sad. As far as the Discover Pass - if you are only going to go camping period and never set foot in another state park, then you don't need to worry. Your receipt for the campsite is your Discover Pass for as long as you are camping. Remember too if you are camping and have an extra vehicle that was not towed in, you will pay $10 a night extra. The Discover Pass is a day use pass only, so if you come to a state park as an extra vehicle, the Discover Pass won't help you if you are to stay all night.
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