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Kartchner Caverns State Park, Online Ticket Reservations

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.

Online Campground Reservations

15 Parks offer 24/7 Online Campground Reservations. Pick your favorite site early! Learn More

AZ Family Campout Program

An introduction to camping for families! There is limited availability slots available for the remaining weekend at Lyman Lake SP. Learn More

Printing Press Demonstration

On May 19 at Tubac Presidio SHPJames Pagels demonstrates the Washington Hand Press used to print Arizona’s first newspaper! Learn More

Lyman Lake

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

Moonlight Hike

On May 24 or June 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

Printing Press Demonstration

On June 1 enjoy FREE Fishing Day at Dead Horse Ranch SP in Cottonwood! No Fishing License is required for this special event. Learn More

Riordan Days of Summer

On June 15 visit Riordan Mansion SHP in Flagstaff for Riordan Days of Summer with live music, a craft & bake sale, a whiskey tasting plus classic cars! $5 donation. Learn More

Event Calendar

Learn about upcoming events and activities around the state at many Arizona State Parks. Learn More

Junior Ranger Program

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

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

Support Arizona State Parks

Become A Fan

Next stop 10,000! Thanks to your support, AZ State Parks just reached 9000 Fans! (Now called "Likers".) Become A Fan (External Link)

Volunteer Programs

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

AZ Recreation & Cultural Sites Map

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)

Foundation & Friends Groups

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

Adopt a Cactus

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

Standard or Premium Annual Pass

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

Arizona Highways is teaming up with Arizona State Parks Foundation. Learn how you can fundraise $5 for the park of your choice. Learn More

Latest Website Updates

Read Current Issue of Parks Newsletter (New)
Read Winter Issue of Arizona Watch (New)
Listen to NPR Story About Kartchner Caverns (New)
Arizona State Parks' Awards and Recognitions (New)

Kartchner Caverns Discovery Center Scavenger Hunt (New)
Boating Safety Downloadable Coloring Book (New)

Evening Slide Presentation SeriesLatest Photo Galleries

Catalina SP 30th Anniversary Celebration: May 4, 2013 (Gallery)
AmeriCorps at Fort Verde SHP: November 12-17, 2012 (Gallery)
Night Under the Stars: November 10, 2012 (Gallery)
Flag Retirement Ceremony: November 10, 2012 (Gallery)
Anza Day: October 20, 2012 (Gallery)
Fort Verde Days: October 13 & 14, 2012 (Gallery)
Verde River Day, September 29, 2012 (Gallery)
Civil War in the Southwest at Picacho Peak, March 10 & 11, 2012 (Gallery)
GeoCache Bash at Cattail Cove, March 10 2012 (Gallery)

Conserving Arizona's Treasures

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.

Contact Arizona State Parks

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 External Link.