Arizona State Parks

Slide Rock State Park has been designated a Leave No Trace Gold Standard Site for demonstrating excellence in implementing Leave No Trace principles to minimize the impact to natural resources. Slide Rock State Park earned the recognition for its role as a leader in promoting responsible enjoyment in the outdoors, making it the first Arizona state park to do so.

July is National Park and Recreation Month and the perfect time to celebrate the parks that enrich our lives. The heart of this celebration is bigger than a single picnic bench, swingset, campground, or trailhead. It’s a nationwide movement recognizing that parks fuel public health, community strength, and economic vitality.

As monsoon season begins in the southwest, Arizona State Parks and Trails reminds the public to stay vigilant and prioritize safety while enjoying the outdoors. Monsoon season runs from June 15 through September 30, bringing increased potential for dust storms, dangerous lightning, flash flooding, and wildfires sparked by dry lightning or human activity.