Government Benefit
Minnesota DNR
Free annual vehicle permit for active-duty military, disabled veterans, and Purple Heart recipients
Active-duty service members and their dependents, veterans with any level of service-connected disability, and Purple Heart recipients qualify for a free year-round Minnesota state park vehicle permit (normally $35/year). Apply in person at a DNR license center or staffed state park.
✓ Year-roundIn-storeVerified Jul 2026
Who Qualifies
VeteranActive DutyDependent
How to Claim
1Bring current military orders and ID (active duty), a VA disability award letter/ID (disabled veterans), or Purple Heart documentation/plate to a DNR license center or staffed state park to get the free permit.
Proof Required
🪪 Military ID🪪 DD-214🪪 VA Card