New York National Guard and Reserve members serving on active duty in support of the war on terrorism get a free Empire Pass, giving unlimited day-use vehicle entry to most New York State Parks and Department of Environmental Conservation facilities. The wallet-sized card can be shared within your household and is not tied to a specific vehicle. Only one free pass is issued per household.
Complete the Patriot Plan Program Application and send it with a copy of your active duty orders to empirepassport@parks.ny.gov, or by mail to Empire Pass, New York State Parks, Albany, NY 12238. For help, call 518-474-0458.
The completed Patriot Plan Program Application and a copy of your orders to active duty.
