Passes

You do not need a permit to enter or recreate in designated Wilderness. We do not take reservations for camping or picnicking sites.

The Forest sells America the Beautiful Federal Recreational Lands passes. These can be used at any federal park for discounts or sometimes free benefits, depending on the location. 

America the Beautiful (ATB) Passes are part of the federal interagency pass program and provides reduced rates for frequent visitors to federal recreation areas. The program includes the Forest Service, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Bureau of Land Management, and Bureau of Reclamation.  

Types of Interagency Passes

• Annual Pass
• Senior Pass
• Access Pass
• Annual Military Pass
• Every Kid Outdoors
• Annual Volunteer Pass

Purchasing a pass

1. Order through the U.S. Geological Survey online or by phone (888) 275-8747.
2. Purchase a pass in person at your local Shawnee National Forest office.
3. Passes can be purchased from other federal agencies. Find one near you.