Wisconsin State Park Admission Stickers – Mirror Lake State Park
A Wisconsin State Park vehicle admission sticker is required for all motor vehicles entering state parks, including Mirror Lake State Park, as well as state forests, recreation areas, and trail parking areas.
12-Month Vehicle Admission Stickers
12-month vehicle admission stickers are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase, not just the calendar year. For example, a pass purchased on March 15, 2026, is valid through March 31, 2027.
| Vehicle Type | Fee | Reduced Rate* |
|---|---|---|
| WI License Plates | $28 | $15.50 |
| WI License Plates – Resident Age 65+ | $13 | N/A |
| Out-of-State License Plates | $50 | $32.50 |
*Reduced-rate annual stickers are available for additional vehicles registered to the same household address. These must be purchased at the same time as the full-price pass or with proof of purchase of the full-price pass.
Daily Vehicle Admission Stickers
Daily stickers are valid only on the day of issue.
| Vehicle Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| WI License Plates | $13 |
| WI License Plates – Resident Age 65+ | $3 |
| Out-of-State License Plates | $16 |
| Bus (WI License Plates) | $16 |
| Bus (Out-of-State Plates) | $30 |
Note: Rates above are effective as of Aug. 19, 2025, and apply to all properties.
A $5 fee applies if you enter a park, forest, trail, or recreation area without paying for admission first; refusing or failing to buy a pass can result in a citation.
Where to Buy Your Admission Sticker
You can purchase your Wisconsin State Park sticker through the following methods:
- Online: Purchase a 12-month or daily pass through the DNR online store. Online purchases provide a receipt that can be used for park entry until the physical sticker arrives — see the Admission Pass Receipts page for details.
- At a State Park: Buy in person at the Mirror Lake State Park Visitor Information Office during office hours (cash, check, or credit card), or use the electronic sales kiosk available at many properties from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily (credit card only).
- DNR Service Centers: Purchase in person at open DNR service centers.
- When renewing your WI vehicle registration: Wisconsin residents can add a full-price resident or senior pass when renewing plates online at the WisDOT registration renewal site or at a DMV self-service kiosk. This option isn’t available by mail or from non-DMV kiosks, and the pass is valid from the date of purchase — not tied to your registration month.
Residency Tip
Your vehicle’s license plate determines your rate—not your place of residence. If you live in Wisconsin but drive a car with out-of-state plates, you’ll pay the non-resident rate.