AUGUSTA – Visitors to Maine’s state parks and historic sites can purchase 2007 season passes. The passes will be honored by the Bureau of Parks and Lands from date of purchase until Dec. 31, 2007. In 2005, more than 7,800 vehicle passes were purchased, along with nearly 1,000 individual passes.

“Each year, more than 2 million visitors come through our gates,” said Department of Conservation Commissioner Patrick K. McGowan.

There are two types of passes, both for day-use only. Vehicle passes, which admit all occupants of vehicles sporting the pass, are $60; individual passes are $30. State park season passes are not valid at Baxter State Park, Scarborough Beach State Park or on the Allagash Wilderness Waterway.

Passes are available at all state park and historic site reception booths or may be purchased online at www.mainestateparkpass.com.