๐ŸŒฒMaine ยท Recreation & Parks

Free Lifetime State Parks and Museums Pass

Free lifetime admission to all Maine state parks, museums, and historic sites for resident veterans.

Available to any veteranFree lifetime admission

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About this benefit

Eligibility

Maine resident with honorable or general-under-honorable discharge (DD-214 required). Note: this benefit is not necessary for veterans 65+, who already receive free senior admission.

Covers

Free lifetime pass for admission to all Maine state parks, historic sites, and museums. Day-use fees are typically $6-$8 per adult. Excludes Acadia, Baxter, Allagash, Penobscot Corridor/Narrows Observatory, and Maine Wildlife Park.

How to apply

Through the Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services.

Verified against official source

Last checked 2026-05-06 against www.maine.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Maine state agency before applying.

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