The park's restrooms are currently closed due to a construction project on the wastewater treatment facility. Porta-potties and handwashing stations are available in the meantime. Thank you for your patience as we work to improve the park experience for all our visitors.
No walk-ins, drop-offs or bicycle entries permitted: admission only by vehicle via the entry station.
First Friday Hikes at Slide Rock State Park
Slide Rock State Park
First Friday of each month 1:00 p.m.
Join a ranger for a 30-minute hike down the paved Pendley Homestead trail and learn about the history of Slide Rock State Park. Visitors will meet in front of the Brown House.
There is no cost to this program, but park entrance fees apply or bring your Arizona State Parks annual pass.
This event is part of Outdoors250, a celebration of America’s 250th anniversary and Arizona’s natural heritage. By participating in this event, you can enter to win Outdoors250 prizes by signing up at AZStateParks.com/Outdoors250.
MORE EVENTS
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Saturdays and Sundays
Apple Packing Shed Open House
Experience a piece of Arizona history. Get an opportunity to explore the Pendley Homestead Apple Packing Shed. A ranger will be available to answer any questions about the homestead history. Come and see the Bean Cutler 1933 Sorter and Bean Cutler Polisher added in 1946.
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Saturday, March 21
World Water Day 2026 at Slide Rock
Learn about local and state organizations that are leading efforts to manage and protect our natural resources, engage in hands-on activities related to natural and man-made water systems, and survey the macroinvertebrates living in Oak Creek.
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Saturday, March 21, 2026
Star Party at Slide Rock
Join Slide Rock State Park and the Northern Arizona University Astronomy Club for a night under the stars!
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Sunday, October 3, 2026
Fall Fest at Slide Rock
Fall is on its way, and it’s time to celebrate the changing seasons at Slide Rock State Park! Join us for the annual Fall Festival. Colored leaves, red rocks, and cooler temperatures will have the whole family enjoying the transition to autumn!
