Some places in So CAl forests no longer need an Adventure Pass. This is always in a state of flux so be prepared with extra dollars. (for instance Anza Borrego was free, then a fee, now free again). This page attempts to describe which passes are needed for each area and what they cost.

• Adventure Pass: This pass is required to "park" in MOST areasa of Southern California National Forests. There are some new rules for the pass. see new NFS rules They are not needed everywhere. The 4 Local forests now designate areas of High-impact and Rec-Areas specifically as still needing the Pass.
  
  In general, if you are parked in an official NFS campground you do not pay the pass fee (but you need a day-use fee for the campground) The cost is $5.00 for a day pass, and $30.00 for an anual pass. [ note: Golden Age Passports can used in place of the NFS Adventure Pass! (4/18/03) !}

Southern California National Forests include:

• Angeles National Forest
• Cleveland National Forest
• Los Padres National Forest
• San Bernardino National Forest

You can purchase Adventure Passes at many sporting goods stores and National Forest Ranger Stations*[see above about discounts].

• REI
• The Mini Mart next to Dudley's Bakery in Santa Isabell
• Sport Chalet
• State Park Fees were raised in 2004. Senior discounts $2. A Golden Bear Pass if over 62yrs old is available for PARKING ONLY for $5 per yr, but may NOT be used during peak season Mem-Lab day.

• Links and Phone #'s to NFS and State parks