Select Parks Closed Tues. & Wed.: Read About Five Day Schedules 
Parks Closed: Homolovi Ruins, Jerome, McFarland, Oracle
Fire Restrictions: Help Prevent Wildfires
Terry Mikel is our special guest guide on August 15 for a leisurely Sunday walk through the forested areas of the Boyce Thompson Arboretum. Learn More
On August 21 see authentic period dress & weapons of the famous Arizona Rough Riders, and their ladies. Learn about the era, the war, and social mores of the ime. Learn More
On August 24 take a Moonlight Hike that includes a naturalist-led interpretive program on the Red Rock's beautiful trails. Reserve your spot. Learn More
On Sept. 4 kick-start Labor Day Weekend with a special Bikers' Breakfast event at the Arboretum, featuring live cedar flute music by Joseph Leal. Learn More
Thanks to your support, AZ State Parks just reached 3725 Fans! (Now called "Likers".) Help us reach 5000. Become A Fan (External Link)
Kartchner Caverns State Park® is a stunning cavern system in Southeastern Arizona. Learn about Cave Tours, Watch Video or see Development Photos
Due to customer feedback, the Arizona State Parks Board voted to allow a Second passholder on Annual Passes. Learn More
Tonto Natural Bridge is featured in the Summer 2010 edition of Highlands magazine, which you can look at and read online. Learn More
Camping Cabins offer a unique way to experience select Arizona State Parks. Learn More & Watch Video
We need your help to ensure that our resources are protected, our amenities are at their best, and that visitors enjoy an unforgettable experience! Learn More
The ASP Foundation provides advocacy, fund-raising & friend-raising. Friends Groups support specific parks, and many new groups have been started! Learn More
Arizona Highways is teaming up with Arizona State Parks Foundation. Learn how you can fundraise $5 for the park of your choice. Learn More
This 64-page, full-color magazine-style publication is the perfect introduction to Arizona State Parks. Pick up your Green Guide today! Learn More
Kids can pledge to do their part to help preserve the beauty of the parks for everyone to enjoy. Hours of fun activities to download! Watch video promo! Learn More
Do you enjoy visiting your favorite Arizona State Park time and again? An Annual Pass can save you money and helps to support our Parks. Learn More
New Boyce Thompson Arboretum Video!
Read July Issue of Parks Newsletter
Inventory of Arizona Historic Cemeteries (IAHC)
Site Stewards Discover Rare, Completely Intact Pots
ASCOT's Top Trail Picks
2009 Watercraft Survey Report Published
OHV “Sticker Fund” Project Selection Program Announced
Park Videos on our YouTube Channel 
Kartchner Caverns Discovery Center Scavenger Hunt
Boating Safety Downloadable Coloring Book
Latest Photo GalleriesFort Verde Book Signing, Apr. 25
Lost Dutchman Motorcyle Run, Apr. 24
History of the Soldier at Fort Verde, Apr. 10 & 11
2010 Civil War in the Southwest at Picacho Peak, Mar. 13 & 14
Buffalo Soldiers at Fort Verde, Feb. 13 & 14
Holiday Party at Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
3rd Annual Night Under The Stars, Nov. 14, 2009 at Alamo Lake State Park
10th Anniversary Celebration, Nov. 7 & 8, 2009 at Kartchner Caverns State Park
Fort Verde Days, Oct. 11th & 12th, 2009, at Fort Verde State Historic Park
Fiesta de las Calabazas, Oct. 3, 2009, at Oracle State Park
Verde River Days, Sept. 26 & 27, 2009 at Dead Horse Ranch State Park
Apple Fest, Sept. 19 & 20, 2009 at Slide Rock State Park
Arizona State Parks protects and preserves 30 State Parks and Natural Areas. The agency also includes the State Trails Program, outdoor-related Grants Program, the State Historic Preservation Office, as well as the Off-Highway Vehicle Program, and more. Arizona State Parks provides over 1,400 camping and RV sites throughout the parks and manages 8 of the top 25 most visited natural attractions in Arizona.*
Mission Statement: Managing and conserving Arizona’s natural, cultural and recreational resources for the benefit of the people, both in our Parks and through our Partners.
Vision Statement: Arizona State Parks is indispensable to the economies, communities, and environments of Arizona.
Arizona State Parks (Contact Us online)
1300 W. Washington Street
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone: (602) 542-4174 Toll Free: (800) 285-3703
* Source: Arizona 2009 Tourism Facts, Year-End Summary, by the Arizona Office of Tourism .
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