Arizona State Parks Home Page

Open Weekends Memorial Day to June 28: Tonto Natural Bridge State Park (Learn More)
Select Parks Closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays: Read About Five Day Schedules (Learn More)
Parks Closed:
Jerome, & McFarland (Learn More)
State Parks Board Announces New Executive Director (Learn More)

Kartchner Caverns State Park®

Visit Kartchner Caverns State Park®, a stunning limestone cavern system in Southeastern Arizona. Save big with the Amazing Summer Cave Tour Discount! Learn More

Event Calendar

Learn about upcoming events and activities around the state at many Arizona State Parks. Learn More

Ranger Cam

Wildflowers are mostly over for the season, but Cactus Blooms now take center stage at many Arizona State Parks. Learn More

Music in the Park

Diamond Jim Hewitt and Friends perform on Fiddle, Celtic Harp, Cello, Piano and Guitar for a moonlit concert on the upper patio of the Kannally Ranch House. Learn More

Brown Bag Lunch Lecture

May 12, Brown Bag Lunch Lecture at 12:15 pm: Arizona Women’s Hall of Fame program is dedicated to sharing the stories of women. Learn More

National Trails Day

National Trails Day season is in full force. Visit a participating State Park between now and June 6th & you can register to win State Parks merchandise. Learn More

Arizona Trails 2010 Plan

The public is encouraged to comment on this Draft version of the Arizona Trails 2010 Plan. Public commenting ends June 30, 2009. Learn More

Victorian Christmas

Plein Air "Paint Outs" are an open invitation to artists to paint the treasures of Arizona State Parks. Next event is May 2009 at Homolovi Ruins State Park. Learn More

Camping Cabins

Camping Cabins offer a unique way to experience select Arizona State Parks. Learn More

Junior Ranger Program

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! Learn More

Volunteer Programs

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

Feature Stories

Read in-depth articles about park wildlife, habitats, restoration work, geology and more in Arizona State Parks Feature Stories. Learn More

Air Quality Forecast

Read this week's Air Quality Forecast for the Phoenix area or call the AZ Department of Environmental Quality Forecast Hotline at (602) 771-2367. Learn More

Annual Pass

Do you enjoy visiting your favorite Arizona State Park time and again? An Annual Pass can save you money and helps to support our Parks. Learn More

Arizona State Parks Foundation

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


Conserving Arizona's Treasures

Arizona State Parks protects and preserves 27 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 7 of the top 25 most visited natural attractions in Arizona.* Download information and publications on a wide range of topics.

Recent Headlines

Visit the Press Room for up-to-date news and information (Press Room)

Contact Arizona State Parks

Arizona State Parks
1300 W. Washington Street
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone: (602) 542-4174   Toll Free: (800) 285-3703

 
* Source: Arizona 2007 Tourism Facts, Year-End Summary, by the Arizona Office of Tourism External Link.