Arizona State Parks Welcome Visitors for the Holidays! Learn More ![]()
Bill Proposes $8.6 Million Sweep from Gate Fees, Donations & Heritage Funds: Learn More ![]()
Revised Fees Start March 1, 2010: Learn More ![]()
Select Parks Closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays: Read About Five Day Schedules ![]()
Parks Closed: Jerome, McFarland, Oracle ![]()

The Arizona State Parks Foundation provides fund-raising and friend-raising for the Arizona State Parks. Learn More

The 2010 Fan Drive is on! Help AZ State Parks acheive its goal of 2010 Fans on Facebook to celebrate the new year! Become A Fan or read External Link Policy.

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

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

Kartchner Caverns State Park® is a stunning cavern system in Southeastern Arizona. Learn about Cave Tours, Watch Video or see Development Photos

The Arizona State Parks Annual Report has been posted. Read about agency accomplishments for Fiscal Year 2009. 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

The Task Force on Sustainable State Parks Funding issued their final report on October 30, 2009. Download final report. 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 2010 Census is a short, 10 question survey that everyone is required by law to complete by April 1, 2010. Learn More
9 New Park Videos on our YouTube Channel ![]()
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 ![]()
Holiday Party at Riordan Mansion State Historic Park ![]()
3rd 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 ![]()
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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