Day-use parking fees will increase from $5 to $10 at the 25 Oregon state parks that charge for parking — including Fort Stevens State Park and Ecola State Park — starting Jan. 2. This is the first increase in more than 15 years.

Twelve-month parking permits, which cost $30, and 24-month parking permits, which cost $50, will remain the same price in 2025. Visitors can get a $5 discount on 12-month passes in December.

The parking fee increases were announced in September along with increases in reservation and camping fees meant to help the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department keep up with rising costs. About 35% of the department’s funds come from park visitor fees.