Fees to Enter Indiana State Parks Will Cost $2 More Per Vehicle

Just when you thought it was safe to start having fun again…Indiana State Park fees are rising by $2 per vehicle.

And, it doesn’t stop there – because a series of other price increases also went into effect on Wednesday. Luckily, the

state isn’t in charge of your auto insurance.

In fairness, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources says the increases, which are the first fee overhaul since 2006, is in response to the parks’ rising operating costs.

Below are some of those fee changes:

• Entrance fees will increase from the current $5 to $7 per in-state registered vehicle and from $7 to $9 for out-of-state vehicles at most state parks and at three state recreational areas with gated entrances.

• Out-of-state admission to Indiana Dunes State Park will go up from $10 to $12,

• Most camping sites will rise by $4 and rooms at the state park inns will do so by $2. Meanwhile, state forest primitive camping will increase by $2.

• Annual passes will go from the current $40 to $50.

• Annual motorized boat launch permits will rise from $22 to $25.

Other considered changes, from mountain bike permits to equestrian fees, would go into effect July 1, 2015 or November 1, 2015, pending their approval by the state’s Natural Resources Commission.

After all, the increases are more than fair to keep Indiana state parks open and beautiful for everyone to enjoy. So, with the warm summer months approaching, don’t let a

couple of bucks come between you and having fun.

More information on all the fee changes for 2015 can be found at stateparks.IN.gov/2391.htm.

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