Library Park Pass Program offers a new way for Nevadans to “Check out their State Parks”

The Nevada Division of State Parks has announced a new way for Nevadans to check out their State Parks – by borrowing a Park Pass from their local public library.

The new Library Park Passes cover the day-use entrance fee for one passenger vehicle with up to eight people, and may be borrowed for one week, then returned to the library for others to check out. Each public library in Nevada has been provided with two passes that can be checked out by library patrons. This new program will provide more Nevadans with opportunities to discover their spectacular State Parks by removing barriers and creating more equitable access to nature.

"I thank Nevada’s public libraries for supporting our efforts to provide outdoor access for all,” said Nevada State Parks Administrator Bob Mergell. “By making libraries a gateway to State Parks, our goal is to help more Nevadans explore the outdoors while creating healthier communities with stronger connections to Nevada’s spectacular natural and cultural resources.”

The new Library Parks Pass Program is a collaboration between Nevada State Parks and Nevada’s system of public libraries and is funded by the Nevada State Parks Gift Shop Grant Program, which allocates the proceeds from its gift shop sales to educational and interpretive programs in Nevada's State Parks. Park fees may be assessed for boating, camping, or other specific fees including special programs or tours. The pass does not include federal, regional, or other public lands in Nevada that are not part of the Nevada State Park system.

Nevada's Library Parks Pass is valid at all 27 Nevada State Parks. The pass does NOT include federal, regional, or other public lands in Nevada that are not part of the Nevada State Park system. View a list of Nevada State Parks at parks.nv.gov/parks.

A library card is not enough to gain entry, users must have the checked-out pass.

Does the pass cover camping or boating fees?
No. The pass covers the dau-use entrance fees for one passenger vehicle with a capacity of eight people or less. Fees will be assessed for additional recreational activities, special programs, or services.

Does the pass cover museum fees at state parks?
Yes. Parks like Mormon Station, Buckland Station, and Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort, where a museum fee is charged for entrance, will be eligible for access with a library park pass.

Does the pass cover special events or programs?
There is no additional charge to Library Park Pass holders if a special event or program is offered at no additional charge to the entrance fee. If the special event or program has a cost in addition to the entrance fee, then the Library Pass holder is responsible for that additional cost.

To learn more about Nevada’s Library Park Pass Program,
visit parks.nv.gov/checkoutnvstateparks.