Check Out Washington

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Check out an activities backpack kit containing binoculars, field guides, educational materials, and a Discover Pass. Place a hold and pick up when one is available for you. (Sorry, not available for books by mail.)

Check Out Washington makes a limited edition Discover Pass available through participating libraries. This pass may be used for motor vehicle access to lands managed by: Washington State Parks, Washington State Department of Natural Resources, Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife. It provides free admission to state parks and other areas requiring a Discover Pass.

The Check Out Washington Pass offers you access to millions of acres of state recreation lands in Washington, including:

  • More than 100 developed state parks
  • More than 350 primitive recreation sites, including picnic areas and 70 primitive campgrounds 
  • Nearly 700 water-access points
  • Nearly 2,000 miles of designated water and land recreation trails
  • More than 80 natural areas
  • More than 30 wildlife areas