Free Camping for Illinois Disabled Veterans and Former Pris…

Free Camping for Illinois Disabled Veterans and Former Prisoners of War

Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA), with Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR)

Free camping and park admission for you and accompanying family

Illinois resident disabled veterans and former prisoners of war camp and enter Illinois State Parks free. Your spouse, minor children and grandchildren under 18 come free too when they are with you.

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How to apply

Request a Veteran’s Disability Card from your nearest Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs office, showing proof of your disability rating or former prisoner of war status.

What you'll need

Proof of your VA disability rating or of your former prisoner of war status, and proof of Illinois residency.

Eligibility

You are an Illinois resident
You are a disabled veteran or a former prisoner of war
You hold a Veteran’s Disability Card issued by the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs

Source

Official source

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