Borrow a free state parks day-use pass with your County Library card

With your free state parks day-use pass, explore in the diverse landscapes of California – canyons, mountains and winding trails await!

Collage of seven landscape and detail photographs: a sunset over a desert landscape, rugged canyon formations, rolling green hills with a wooden fence, a desert bighorn sheep on a rocky outcrop, a hand selecting a book from a library shelf, a hand touching tree bark, and a dirt path winding through grassy hills. — With your free state parks day-use pass, explore in the diverse landscapes of California – canyons, mountains and winding trails await!

The San Bernardino County Library would like to remind residents that free day-use access to California State Parks is just a library card away. Through a continued partnership with the California State Library and California State Parks, cardholders can borrow a California State Library Parks Pass from participating County Library branches and enjoy some of the state’s most celebrated outdoor destinations at no cost.

The California State Library Parks Pass program allows residents to check out a pass just as they would a book— granting entry to over 200 participating state parks for one vehicle and its occupants. Cardholders can borrow a pass from their local branch and enjoy scenic hiking trails, beaches, historic sites and nature preserves — all at no cost.

“Our library card opens doors not only to knowledge but also to unforgettable outdoor experiences,” said County Librarian Melanie Orosco. “We want to make sure every household in our community knows that these park passes are here for them — completely free and easy to use.”

Residents are encouraged to make a visit to their local library as part of every outdoor adventure. Complement your park visit with materials from the library’s robust collections — nature guides, California history books, wildlife education and more — to enhance each trip with learning and discovery.

How to borrow a parks day-use pass:

Visit your nearest County Library branch
Use your library card to check out a State Library Parks Pass
Enjoy a day of exploration at participating California State Parks
Return the pass so others may enjoy our state’s natural wonders

The County Library is proud to support active lifestyles, environmental appreciation and equitable access to California’s rich natural heritage.

For more information about the San Bernardino County Library system, visit library.sbcounty.gov, call 909-387-2220 or follow us on Facebook or Instagram.

The San Bernardino County Library system is a dynamic network of 32 branch libraries that serve a diverse population over a vast geographic area. The County Library strives to provide equal access to information, technology, events and services for all people who call San Bernardino County home.

Additional County Update News – December 4