Park Passes
Gold Pass
A Gold Pass delivers a full year of fun, adventure, and unforgettable experiences. Enjoy unlimited admission to many of your county parks, plus access to a wide variety of special events throughout the year. Admission is valid for up to 15 people per vehicle, unless otherwise specified.
- Caw Caw Interpretive Center
- Folly Beach County Park
- Isle of Palms County Park
- James Island County Park
- Johns Island County Park
- Kiawah Beachwalker Park
- Laurel Hill County Park
- Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve
- McLeod Plantation Historic Site (up to four visitors)
- Meggett County Park
- North Charleston Wannamaker County Park
- Palmetto Islands County Park
- Stono River County Park
- Wannamaker North Trail
- West County Aquatic Center (up to four visitors)
- Harvest Festival
- Holiday Festival of Lights (valid for one-time admission)
- Latin American Festival
- Lowcountry Cajun Festival
- Reggae Nights Summer Concert Series
- Palmetto Park Jam
- Caw Caw Early Morning Bird Walks*
Gold Pass card or mobile app must be presented to be scanned for admission; receipt of purchase is not valid for entry.
*Up to four people total until November 30, 2026. From December 1, 2026 on, up to two people total.
Purchase Your Gold Pass
Passes purchased online will be processed and sent via USPS. Passes may also be purchased at park offices.
- Purchase Gold Pass for $99, $84 for Charleston County residents, or $69 for Seniors 60+ plus tax
- Purchase Community Bus Gold Pass for $125 plus tax (available to school groups, daycares, churches, and organizations bringing large buses - not available for commercial bus groups.)
Charleston County resident and Senior 60+ discount will appear in cart.
Charleston County residents contribute to the development of our county park system through property taxes, therefore a discounted rate is available to them.
Gold Pass holders receive $15 off South Carolina Aquarium annual memberships. To receive your discount, show your Gold Pass at the South Carolina Aquarium Member Window. Not valid with any other discount. One coupon per person. Restrictions apply.