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.
Picnic with the Pendleys
Slide Rock State Park
Saturday, April 25, 2026 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Join us for a fun spring event to learn more about the Friends of Slide Rock State Park and see the beautiful apple tree blossoms! Hear from a ranger about the historic orchards and the cycle of apples. At 10 a.m., there will be a ranger-led walk through the orchard. At 11 a.m., Kathy Pendley will do a presentation inside the Apple Packing Shed. There will also be two bluegrass bands - "Beaver Creek Gals" from 12-1 p.m. and "Duck Pond" from 1:30-3 p.m. playing inside the apple shed. Picnics are encouraged at the North Orchard. The Sedona Plein Air Painting Group will also be joining the event.
This event is free with park entry.
MORE EVENTS
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First Friday of each month
First Friday Hikes at Slide Rock State Park
Join a ranger led hike and learn about the history of Slide Rock State Park. This is an Outdors250 event.
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Saturdays and Sundays (year-round) | Wednesdays starting April 8
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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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!
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Saturday, November 7, 2026
Volkswagens in the Canyon at Slide Rock State Park
Save the date for Volkswagens in the Canyon
