Free State Parks Pass (Texas Parklands Passport)
Free entry to all Texas state parks for veterans rated 60%+ (or with loss of use of a lower extremity), plus one accompanying companion.
State BenefitTexasRecreation & Parks
Verified May 12, 2026 against tpwd.texas.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Recreation & Parks — Texas
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 60% or higher
- Estimated value
- Free entry + 1 companion
- Where it applies
- Texas
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Free State Parks Pass (Texas Parklands Passport)?
Free State Parks Pass (Texas Parklands Passport) is a Texas recreation & parks benefit for veterans. Free entry to all Texas state parks for veterans rated 60%+ (or with loss of use of a lower extremity), plus one accompanying companion. Requires 60%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is Free entry + 1 companion.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Requires 60%+ VA disability rating
- Texas residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
VA service-connected disability rating of 60% or more, OR loss of the use of a lower extremity from service, and receiving VA compensation for the disability.
What Free State Parks Pass (Texas Parklands Passport) covers
Covers
Free entry to all Texas State Parks for the pass holder plus ONE accompanying companion. (TPWD added separate Veteran (honorably discharged), Active Duty, and Gold Star Family passports in 2023 with different terms — see TPWD Parklands Passports page.)
How to get it
Visit any Texas State Park headquarters and present a valid photo ID PLUS one of: Disabled Veteran license plate receipt, VA award/disability letter, or Texas property tax exemption letter showing 60%+.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- tpwd.texas.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.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Free State Parks Pass (Texas Parklands Passport)
Who qualifies for Free State Parks Pass (Texas Parklands Passport)?
Free State Parks Pass (Texas Parklands Passport) is for Veterans; requires 60%+ VA disability rating; texas residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Free State Parks Pass (Texas Parklands Passport)?
Requires 60%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Free State Parks Pass (Texas Parklands Passport) worth?
The listed value is Free entry + 1 companion. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Free State Parks Pass (Texas Parklands Passport)?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Free State Parks Pass (Texas Parklands Passport)?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.