Michigan's recreation passport cost to increase for first time in 3 years

Michigan residents will soon see a higher price when purchasing a recreation passport.

The fee to purchase a passport will change from $12 to $13 for vehicles, the first price increase since 2020.

Part of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, the passport provides access to state parks, recreation areas, campgrounds and more. The upcoming fee increase comes from the Consumer Price Index, the legal standard to keep prices in line with the economy, according to a news release from the Michigan DNR.

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“The Recreation Passport model, introduced in 2010, provides a unique funding opportunity for the state’s parks and recreation system,” said Ron Olson, DNR Parks and Recreation chief, in the news release.

Fees will increase at a similar rate for motorcycles, from $6 to $7. For those purchasing a two-year registration for a vehicle, the fee will increase from $24 to $26.

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Funding from the fees go into a restricted fund for various maintenance and restoration projects of state parks and properties.

The new recreation passport fees will take effect March 1.

Nonresidents can also purchase a recreation passport. A similar fee increase of $36 to $39 went into effect on Jan. 1 for the annual nonresident pass.