N.M. Admin. Code § 19.5.2.36 - [Effective 7/1/2025] LIFETIME VETERAN PASSES

A. New Mexico resident veterans are eligible for a free lifetime veteran pass that provides the individual with unlimited entry into state parks or recreation areas operated by the division and unlimited use of camping areas operated by the division subject to restrictions outlined in 19.5.2.11 NMAC, 19.5.2.12 NMAC, and 19.5.2.13 NMAC.

B. To obtain a lifetime veteran pass, an eligible veteran shall apply with the New Mexico department of veterans services for certification that verifies the veteran's status and residency.

C. Upon certification of eligibility, the New Mexico department of veterans services will issue all lifetime veteran passes.

D. Lifetime veteran passes are not valid for the following fees:

(1) central reservation system contractor's service fees;

(2) group shelter fees;

(3) or meeting, event and loging facility fees.

Notes

N.M. Admin. Code § 19.5.2.36

19.5.2.36 NMAC - Rp, 19.5.2.28 NMAC, 1/1/2008; A, 12/30/2010; 19.5.2.36 NMAC - Rn, 19.5.2.34 NMAC, 1/1/2013, Amended by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXVI, Issue 12, June 24, 2025, eff. 7/1/2025