Online Reservations: 14 Parks Now Offer 24/7 Online Reservations 
28 Parks Open; 1 Park Closed: Lyman Lake
5-Day Schedules
Kartchner Caverns SP® is a stunning cavern system in Southeastern Arizona. Learn about Cave Tours, Watch Video or make online Cave Tour Reservations 24-hours.
14 Parks Now Offer 24/7 Online Campground Reservations! Alamo Lake SP, Roper Lake SP, and Picacho Peak SP are the latest additions. Learn More
Some parks are green! And Picacho Peak SP has a few scattered poppies so far. Stay connected with Ranger Cam 2012. Learn More
On Feb. 11 take a challenge hike in the Move Across 2 Ranges hiking event sponsored by the Town of Marana and Oro Valley! Park of the event is at Catalina SP. Learn More
On Feb. 11 enjoy the 27th Annual Tour Of Historic Florence starting at McFarland SHP and Visitor Center. Learn More
On Feb. 11-14 the Language Of Flowers Valentines Weekend Flower Show, plus chocolates and jewelry at Boyce Thompson Arboretum SP. Learn More
On Feb 18 & 19 enjoy the Buffalo Soldiers at Fort Verde SHP to celebrate African American Heritage Month with living history presentations. Learn More
On Feb. 19 visit Tubac Presidio SHP for a History of Beads: World Trade to the American West presentation. Learn More
On Saturday, March 3 enjoy the AZ Archaeology and Heritage Expo held on the AZ State Capitol grounds with hands-on activities, craft demos, and more! Learn More
Cattail Cove SP will host its annual GeoCache Bash treasure hunt on March 10 with cactus garden walks, presentations, and food! Learn More
A variety of hikes & programs will be offered at Lost Dutchman SP in Apache Junction throughout November. Enjoy the cooler weather and get outside! Learn More
From Dec. 1 - Feb. 26, 2012 visit Tubac Presidio SHP to experience Encounters: A Native American Ethnic Costume Exhibit. Learn More
Camping Cabins offer a unique way to experience select Arizona State Parks. Learn More & Watch Video
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 video promo! Learn More
Next stop 10,000! Thanks to your support, AZ State Parks just reached 6415 Fans! (Now called "Likers".) Become A Fan (External Link)
We need Volunteers to ensure that our resources are protected, our amenities are at their best, and that visitors enjoy an unforgettable experience! Learn More
The ASP Foundation provides advocacy, fund-raising & friend-raising. Friends Groups support specific parks, and many new groups have been started! Learn More
New! AZ Centennial Coin celebrates AZ's 100th year! This .999 pure copper coin is sold exclusively through the AZ State Park & the Capital Gift Shops. Learn More
Friends of Lost Dutchman SP Volunteer Patricia Carter shares her story and explains about the New Adopt a Cactus program. Learn More
Plant a tree at Catalina SP to celebrate the birth of a child, or a special occasion such as a wedding or anniversary. Learn more about the new Tree Dedication Program. Learn More
The Gift of Outdoor Adventure! An Arizona State Parks Standard or Premium Annual Pass is a great gift for yourself or a friend. Learn More
Arizona Highways is teaming up with Arizona State Parks Foundation. Learn how you can fundraise $5 for the park of your choice. Learn More
Read February 2012 Issue of Parks Newsletter
Read Winter Issue of Arizona Watch
Listen to NPR Story About Kartchner Caverns
Arizona State Parks' Awards and Recognitions
Read recent Volunteer Voice newsletter
Kartchner Caverns Discovery Center Scavenger Hunt
Boating Safety Downloadable Coloring Book
Latest Photo GalleriesTom Sawyer Day at Fort Verde, Oct. 22
Fort Verde Day at Fort Verde, Oct. 8 & 9
OK Chorale Concert at Fort Verde, May 28
History of the Soldier at Fort Verde, April 9 & 10
Kartchner Caverns Star Night Event, March 26
Homolovi Re-Opening, March 18 & 19
Civil War in the Southwest, March 12 & 13
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 provides over 1,400 camping and RV sites throughout the parks and manages 8 of the top 25 most visited natural attractions in Arizona.* Select parks now have online reservations!
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.
Vision Statement: Arizona State Parks is indispensable to the economies, communities, and environments of Arizona.
Arizona State Parks (Contact Us online)
1300 W. Washington Street
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone: (602) 542-4174 Toll Free: (800) 285-3703
* Source: Arizona 2009 Tourism Facts, Year-End Summary, by the Arizona Office of Tourism 
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