Apply electronically through www.ReserveCalifornia.com instead of by mail for the fastest review time.
Mail: please allow 4-6 weeks for mail-in applications to be processed.
Signature: applicant original signature (e-signatures and photocopies not accepted).
Section C: check one of the following boxes to indicate the provisions under which you qualify.
Receiving SSI: the applicant must be at least 16 years of age.
Replacement: a lost or damaged pass may be replaced only through reapplication.
Pass: the pass must be renewed each calendar year.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | DPR 578 |
| Form Length | 4 pages |
| Fillable? | Yes |
| Fillable fields | 54 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 9 min |
| Edition | Rev 9/2025 |
| Issuing agency | Department of Parks and Recreation |
| Where to send | By mail: California State Parks, Attn: Golden Bear Pass Program, P.O. Box 942896, Sacramento, CA 94296-0001, with certification material and copy of valid state-issued driver license or suitable photo Identification |
| Other names | DPR 578, DPR578, Golden Bear Pass, California Golden Bear Pass, Golden Bear Pass application |
| Official source | DPR 578 (Rev 9/2025), California Department of Parks and Recreation |
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