Select Parks Closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays: Read About Five Day Schedules 
Parks Closed: Jerome, McFarland, Oracle
The Task Force on Sustainable State Parks Funding issued their final report on October 30, 2009. Download final report. Learn More
Kartchner Caverns State Park® is a stunning cavern system in Southeastern Arizona. Learn about Cave Tours, Watch Video or see Development Photos
Join us Nov. 28 for kids activities, a guided horse back ride, nature walks, and a book signing all to celebrate Aldo Leopold's legacy. Learn More
Rod Villemaire's Feathered Friends on Nov. 28. Park volunteer and bird expert presents two special bird shows at the campgound amphitheater. (Weather permitting.) Learn More
In December Riordan Mansion is festively decorated in turn-of-the-century style with wreaths, garlands, & greenery. Make a reservation. Learn More
The Arizona State Parks Gift Shop offers unique gifts, including t-shirts, annual passes, and more. Annual Holiday Sale Dec 14-18. Shop Now
Enjoy the 27th Annual Boat Parade of Lights on Dec. 4 & 5 from Windsor 4 at Lake Havasu State Park. This year's theme is "A Havasu Star-Spangled Christmas". Learn More
On Dec. 11 to honor the Mexican “Los Posadas” tradition, 225 brown paper sacks filled with sand and a candle are set out and lit on the portico, at the Courthouse. Learn More
From Dec. 12 to Jan. 4come and see the Fort decorated in a Victorian Christmas fashion. On Dec. 18 & 19 take a Candlelight Tour through Fort Verde. Learn More
We need your help to ensure that our resources are protected, our amenities are at their best, and that visitors enjoy an unforgettable experience! Learn More
This 64-page, full-color magazine-style publication is the perfect introduction to Arizona State Parks. Pick up your Green Guide today! Learn More
Only have one day to explore? Check out these suggested itineraries starting from Phoenix, Flagstaff, or Tucson. 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 new video promo! Learn More
The Arizona State Parks Foundation provides fund-raising and friend-raising for the Arizona State Parks. Learn More
New Kartchner Caverns Video
New Fort Verde Indian Scout 10-minute Video
New Kartchner Caverns Discovery Center Scavenger Hunt
New Boating Safety Downloadable Coloring Book
New Arizona State Parks Facebook Page, Become a Fan
New History of the Arizona State Parks Board
Latest Photo Galleries3rd Annual Night Under The Stars, Nov. 14, 2009 at Alamo Lake State Park
10th Anniversary Celebration, Nov. 7 & 8, 2009 at Kartchner Caverns State Park
Fort Verde Days, Oct. 11th & 12th, 2009, at Fort Verde State Historic Park
Fiesta de las Calabazas, Oct. 3, 2009, at Oracle State Park
Verde River Days, Sept. 26 & 27, 2009 at Dead Horse Ranch State Park
Apple Fest, Sept. 19 & 20, 2009 at Slide Rock State Park
Tom Sawyer Day, Sept. 12, 2009 at Fort Verde State Historic Park
Slide Rock State Park: Summer 2009
Suvoyuki Days: August 1, 2009 at Homolovi Ruins
Dutch Oven Cook Off: August 15, 2009 at Lyman Lake
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 manages 8 of the top 25 most visited natural attractions in Arizona.*
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.
Arizona State Parks (Contact Us online)
1300 W. Washington Street
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone: (602) 542-4174 Toll Free: (800) 285-3703
* Source: Arizona 2008 Tourism Facts, Year-End Summary, by the Arizona Office of Tourism 
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