New Mexico State Park Lifetime Veteran Pass
Free day-use and camping access at all NM State Parks for life for verified veterans.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Recreation & Parks — New Mexico
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- $200-$300+/year for regular park users
- Where it applies
- New Mexico
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is New Mexico State Park Lifetime Veteran Pass?
New Mexico State Park Lifetime Veteran Pass is a New Mexico recreation & parks benefit for veterans. Free day-use and camping access at all NM State Parks for life for verified veterans. The listed value is $200-$300+/year for regular park users.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- New Mexico residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Verified military veteran; NM resident. No disability rating required. Effective July 1, 2025. Replaces the former Veterans Annual Day Use Pass and Veterans Camping Pass (which required 50%+ disability).
What New Mexico State Park Lifetime Veteran Pass covers
Covers
Free day-use and camping access at all NM State Parks for life. Non-transferable hang-tag pass.
How to apply for New Mexico State Park Lifetime Veteran Pass
How to apply
Contact NM DVS: 1-866-433-8387 or visit www.dvs.nm.gov.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: emnrd.nm.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
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