Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
US citizens and permanent residents with a permanent disability quality for a free lifetime
'America the Beautiful' Access Pass
(
http://store.usgs.gov/pass/access.html
), which
waives entry fees to all national parks and federal recreational lands and offers 50% dis-
counts on some recreation fees (eg camping).
California State Parks' disabled discount pass ($3.50) entitles those with permanent dis-
abilities to 50% off day-use parking and camping fees; for an application, click to
Communications
Telephone companies provide relay operators (dial 711) for the hearing impaired.
Many banks provide ATM instructions in Braille.
Helpful Resources
A Wheelchair Rider's Guide to the California Coast
Free accessibility information covering beaches, parks and trails, plus downloadable PDF
guides to the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles and Orange County coasts.
WEBSITE
Access Northern California
Extensive links to accessible-travel resources, publications, tours and transportation, in-
cluding outdoor recreation opportunities, plus a searchable lodgings database and an
events calendar.
WEBSITE
Accessible San Diego
Free online city guide (downloadable/print version $4/5) that's updated annually.
WEBSITE
California State Parks
Searchable online map and database of accessible features at state parks.
WEBSITE
Disabled Sports Eastern Sierra
Offers summer and winter outdoor activity programs around Mammoth Lakes (annual
membership $40).
WEBSITE
Disabled Sports USA Far West
WEBSITE
