Pase para parques de la biblioteca estatal de California en español.

Santa Clara City Library cardholders can check out a FREE California State Parks day-use vehicle pass to access our beautiful state parks for free! Here's how it works:

1. Plan your adventure! See if a pass is available and/or place one on hold. This is a vehicle day-use pass valid at 200+ participating state park units. A list of ineligible parks is available at CheckOutCAStateParks.com. The pass is valid at all other state parks, including nearby Castle Rock State Park, Henry W. Coe State Park, and more! Passes cannot be used at national, county, city or any other parks besides eligible California State Parks. View the interactive map to explore eligible state parks throughout California. Some parks may require advance reservations; please contact the individual park about restrictions or closures before visiting.

2. Park for free. The California State Library Parks Pass is valid for entry of one passenger vehicle with capacity of nine people or less or one highway licensed motorcycle. It is not valid for any other fees, including camping or group use fees, special events, tours, additional vehicle fees, etc. It is not valid at national, county, city or any other parks. Pass does not guarantee a parking space.

3. Return pass to library. These passes check out for three weeks. They can be renewed one time if no one is waiting. Please return the pass on time so other community members can explore the outdoors. If you finish your adventure before the due date, please consider returning the pass early so another adventure can begin! Report lost passes to the library by calling 408-615-2900 or emailing librarians@santaclaraca.gov.

By using this pass, you agree to abide by the full terms and conditions and any other rules and regulations. Find complete details and answers to frequently asked questions at CheckOutCAStateParks.com.

Did you know we circulate other items to accompany your state park adventure? Consider checking out a hiking backpack for beginning hikers, hiking poles to support your journey, a bear canister to safely store scented items, a Fitbit to track your adventure, or a 360 camera to capture the fun! Ask for more information at any service desk.