Fire Restrictions: State Forester Issues Fire Restrictions ![]()
Online Reservations: Camping Parks Now Offer 24/7 Online Reservations ![]()
Some Parks Operate on 5-Day Schedules
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Kartchner Caverns SP® is a stunning cavern system in Southeastern Arizona. Learn about Cave Tours, Watch Video or make online Cave Tour Reservations 24-hours.

On June 21 From 6:30 to 8 pm, enjoy an evening Summer Solstice Concert at Boyce Thompson Arboretum SP in Superior with Eric Laubach. Learn More

On June 22 or July 22 enjoy a unique Moonlight Hike at Red Rock SP in Sedona. Hike lasts 2 to 2.5 hours and covers a distance of 2 miles. Reservations required. Learn More

At Fool Hollow Lake RA in Show Low get a new view of the lake in a canoe or kayak! Hourly or daily rentals available. Learn More

Relax on the water with beautiful white sand beaches at Lake Havasu SP this summer. Come enjoy the recently upgraded beach at the park! Learn More

This Summer enjoy a cave tour and Camp for Free at Kartchner Caverns SP. Must Call Reservation Center at (520) 586-2283 and mention this offer to reserve. Learn More

Two Parks now offer Long Term Camping — up to 84 days. Alamo Lake SP (Oct. – March), Learn More and Cattail Cove SP (Jan. – April), Learn More

On May 24 - Nov. 4 Lyman Lake SP in St. Johns is open for both Day Use & Camping. Park has camp store, ramadas, Camping Cabins & Yurts. Learn More

On Saturdays from June 22 until July 31 enjoy a unique Homolovi II Site Tour at Homolovi SP as Part of the Journey Stories exhibit. Learn More

On June 29 see and learn about Arizona's most common, colorful and charismatic little reptiles at Boyce Thompson Arboretum SP in Superior. Learn More

Until August 29 at Tubac Presidio SHP a collection of historic & contemporary portraits presents the work of diverse photographers and their excursions. 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

Camping Cabins offer a unique way to experience select Arizona State Parks. Learn More & Watch Video

Next stop 10,000! Thanks to your support, AZ State Parks just reached 9400 Fans! (Now called "Likers".) Become A Fan (External Link)

We need Volunteers to ensure that our resources are protected, our amenities are at their best, and that visitors enjoy an unforgettable experience! Learn More

Check out the interactive online version of the AZ Recreation & Cultural Sites Map which brings attention to AZ's diverse cultural & recreational visitor opportunities. Learn More (External Link)

The ASP Foundation provides advocacy, fund-raising & friend-raising. Friends Groups support specific parks, and many new groups have been started! Learn More

Friends of Lost Dutchman SP Volunteer Patricia Carter shares her story and explains about the New Adopt a Cactus program. Learn More

The Gift of Outdoor Adventure! An Arizona State Parks Standard or Premium Annual Pass is a great gift for yourself or a friend. 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
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Listen to NPR Story About Kartchner Caverns ![]()
Arizona State Parks' Awards and Recognitions ![]()
Kartchner Caverns Discovery Center Scavenger Hunt ![]()
Boating Safety Downloadable Coloring Book
Catalina SP 30th Anniversary Celebration: May 4, 2013 ![]()
AmeriCorps at Fort Verde SHP: November 12-17, 2012 ![]()
Night Under the Stars: November 10, 2012 ![]()
Flag Retirement Ceremony: November 10, 2012 ![]()
Anza Day: October 20, 2012 ![]()
Fort Verde Days: October 13 & 14, 2012 ![]()
Verde River Day, September 29, 2012 ![]()
Civil War in the Southwest at Picacho Peak, March 10 & 11, 2012 ![]()
GeoCache Bash at Cattail Cove, March 10 2012 ![]()
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.* Select parks now have online reservations!
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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